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Written question asked by Lord Boateng (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 8 July 2025. It was answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 July 2025 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


India: Indigenous Peoples

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of their obligations, as a signatory to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, to the indigenous people of Nagaland.

Answer

The UK is committed to human rights globally. We recognise the important global contribution that all Indigenous Peoples make to climate change mitigation, biodiversity preservation, and inclusive and sustainable development, and support global efforts to recognise and advance their contribution.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL8741
Session
2024-26
Subjects
India Indigenous peoples
Link
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