indigenous whaling rights

Indigenous whaling rights recognize that indigenous peoples, such as Inuit and other Arctic communities, have long-standing cultural, subsistence, and spiritual ties to whaling practices. These rights are protected internationally and by national laws, allowing indigenous groups to hunt a limited number of whales for their traditional needs. The aim is to balance respect for their cultural heritage with conservation efforts, ensuring sustainable whale populations. Regulations often specify allowable species, numbers, and methods, emphasizing cultural importance while maintaining ecological responsibility.