5 Indigenous Rights
What is one of 5 inalienable right of Indigenous peoples? (1/5)
Indigenous individuals and peoples have the right to be free from any form of discrimination and forced assimilation.
When was Bill C31 passed?
1985
What is the physical representation of Indigenous Status called that is given?
Status card
What is one of the 5 inalienable rights of Indigenous Peoples? (2/5)
The right to improved conditions in areas such as education, employment, housing, sanitation, health, and social security, without discrimination.
When was Section 35 of The Constitution passed?
1982
Bill C - 31 gave status automatically?
No
What is one of the 5 inalienable rights of Indigenous Peoples? (3/5)
The right to preservation, practice, and revitalisation of Indigenous languages, traditions, customs, ceremonies, and intellectual property.
When did the British Government start keeping track of Indigenous Populations for benefits purposes?
1851
How could Indigenous Peoples lose their status before 1985?
Marrying a non-indigenous person.
What is one of the 5 inalienable rights of Indigenous Peoples? (4/5)
Indigenous peoples have rights to the lands they have traditionally owned, occupied, or used. This includes the right to own, use, control, and receive redress or compensation for lands taken without their free, prior, and informed consent.
When were Indigenous Peoples first allowed to vote in Federal elections?
1960
What is the difference between 6(1) and 6(2) status?
6(1) Status can be passed onto children while 6(2) status can only be passed if the partner is also registered.
What is one of the inalienable rights of Indigenous Peoples? (5/5)
The right of Indigenous communities to freely determine their political status and pursue their economic, social, and cultural development, and to maintain and strengthen their distinct institutions.
When were status cards first issued?
1956
What is enfranchisement?
The process of losing one's status.