Ethnic Studies Review
Orginal Publication Date
2011
Journal Title
Ethnic Studies Review
Volume
34
Issue
esr/vol34/iss1
First Page
199
Last Page
210
Abstract
The notion of economic development has affected the general welfare of indigenous groups worldwide. The major conflict has been on land ownership claims on which they have occupied for many years and government quest to bring about economic development. The indigenous groups have struggled to retain their lands despite appealing to both customary and international laws. The paper argues as to whether customary law and international law are vital sources for indigenous land claims. It also presents empirical cases to land claims while making these arguments within the context of economic development.
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