Indigenous Cultures

Definition

These are the cultures of people who are native to a particular region or country. They have distinct languages, traditions, and beliefs that have been preserved over centuries.

Related terms

Tribal Societies: These are groups of people who live together in communities and share common customs, laws, and structures.

Cultural Preservation: This is the act of maintaining and protecting the cultural heritage of a group or society from erosion by dominant societal forces.

Land Rights: These refer to the rights indigenous peoples hold to their ancestral lands.