Folklore operates as a dynamic repository of indigenous knowledge, shaping and preserving collective wisdom through oral traditions, rituals, performances, and everyday practices. Unlike formalized knowledge systems that rely heavily on written texts and institutional validation, folklore is embedded in lived experiences and transmitted across generations through memory, imitation, and participation. It encompasses myths, legends, folktales, proverbs, songs, dances, crafts, and customary practices, all of which encode a community’s understanding of the natural world, social organization, morality, and spirituality. In this sense, folklore functions as a vital epistemic system that not only conserves knowledge but also continually regenerates it in response to changing contexts. The role of folklore as indigenous knowledge becomes particularly evident when examined through the lens of canon formation. Traditionally, the canon has been associated with authoritative texts and elite cultural productions, often privileging written literature and marginalizing oral traditions. However, folklore challenges this hierarchy by asserting the legitimacy of alternative canons rooted in community practices and collective authorship. Indigenous folklore resists fixed textualization and instead remains fluid, allowing for variations and reinterpretations. This fluidity ensures that knowledge remains relevant and adaptable, reflecting the evolving needs and values of the community. By recognizing folklore as part of a broader cultural canon, scholars expand the boundaries of what constitutes valid knowledge and acknowledge the intellectual contributions of marginalized groups. Multimediality further enhances the role of folklore in knowledge generation and preservation. Folklore is inherently multimodal, combining verbal, visual, auditory, and performative elements. A folk song, for instance, is not merely a set of lyrics but a composite of melody, rhythm, gesture, and context. Similarly, rituals integrate speech, movement, material objects, and spatial arrangements, creating a rich tapestry of meaning. This multimediated nature allows folklore to encode complex knowledge systems in accessible and memorable forms. Agricultural practices, medicinal knowledge, ecological awareness, and ethical norms are often embedded in stories, songs, and rituals, making them easier to transmit and retain. In contemporary times,