Indian Land Rights

Indian Land Rights refer to the legal and social frameworks that govern the ownership and use of land by Indigenous peoples in India. These rights aim to protect the interests of Indigenous communities, ensuring they have access to their ancestral lands and resources. Landmark legislation, such as the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, seeks to rectify historical injustices by recognizing and granting land rights to tribal and forest-dwelling communities. This helps preserve their culture, livelihoods, and environmental stewardship, while also addressing issues related to displacement and land exploitation.