Indigenous Groups

Definition

Indigenous groups refer to the original inhabitants of a particular region or territory, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to the land. They often have their own languages, customs, and belief systems that are deeply intertwined with their identity.

Related terms

Colonialism: Colonialism refers to the practice of establishing control over foreign territories by exploiting them economically, politically, or culturally.

Cultural Assimilation: Cultural assimilation is the process through which individuals or groups adopt the dominant culture of a society while relinquishing aspects of their own cultural identity.

Ethnocentrism: Ethnocentrism is the belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture over others, often leading to discrimination and marginalization.