Struggle for Indigenous Rights in Latin America

Struggle for Indigenous Rights in Latin America

The Â“Indian questionâ€ has come to the forefront of political agendas in contemporary Latin America. In the process, indigenous movements have emerged as important social actors, raising a variety of demands on behalf of native peoples. Regardless of the situation of Indian groups as small minorities or significant sectors, many Latin American states have been forced to consider whether they should have the same status as all citizens or whether they should be granted special citizenship rights as Indians. Â… This book examines the struggle for indigenous rights in eight Latin American countries. Initial studies of indigenous movements celebrated the return of the Indians as relevant political actors, often approaching their struggles as expressions of a common, generic agenda. This collection moves the debate forward by acknowledging the extraordinary diversity among the movementsâ€™ composition, goals, and strategies. By focusing on the factors that shape this diversity, the authors offer a basis for understanding the specificities of converging and diverging patterns across different countries. Â… The case studies examine the ways in which the Indian question arises in each country, with reference to the protagonism of indigenous movements in the context of the threats and opportunities posed by neoliberal policies. The complexities posed by the varying demographic weight of indigenous populations, the interrelation of class and ethnicity, and the interplay between indigenous and popular struggles are discussed.
Country USA
Brand Sussex Academic Press
Manufacturer Liverpool University Press
Binding Paperback
ReleaseDate 2022-08-12
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781845190637

Country	USA
Brand	Sussex Academic Press
Manufacturer	Liverpool University Press
Binding	Paperback
ReleaseDate	2022-08-12
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781845190637

Struggle for Indigenous Rights in Latin America

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