From Global Principles To Local Realities: Safeguarding Indigenous Rights In International And National Law

Abstract

One of the main tenets of international initiatives to promote tolerance and diversity is the acknowledgement and defense of indigenous rights. The complex interactions between national and international legal frameworks, which are essential protections for tribal people around the globe, are at the core of our project. The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, a landmark agreement that outlines fundamental rights globally, is at the center of this discussion. At the national level, laws concerning Scheduled Tribes and traditional Forest Dwellers are important because they are crucial in guaranteeing the preservation and advancement of indigenous rights in certain areas. 

This article provides a thorough analysis of how international and national legislation protect indigenous rights in relation to local reality and global principles. It examines the methods by which these rights are maintained through a comparative examination, closely examining the difficulties and achievements faced at both levels. The article highlights the significance of efficient implementation and enforcement methods while shedding light on the practical consequences of global principles in local contexts by dissecting the intricacies involved in this dual dimension. It emphasizes the necessity of bridging the gap between international mandates and domestic realities in order to truly defend the rights of indigenous populations, drawing on case studies and legal analysis.