The human rights of tribal people in India, often referred to as Adivasis or Scheduled Tribes (STs), are protected through various constitutional provisions, laws, and policies aimed at preserving their autonomy, culture, land rights, and socio-economic welfare.
Key Human Rights of Tribal People in India
1. Land and Forest Rights
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Tribal communities have the right to hold and live on forest land, either individually or collectively, for habitation and livelihood through self-cultivation.
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The Forest Rights Act (FRA) recognizes and secures the rights of forest-dwelling tribes over their traditional lands and resources, providing protection against exploitation by the state or private entities.
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Tribal land cannot be sold or transferred except by inheritance, ensuring protection of their ancestral land.
