Indigenous Peoples' Status in the International Legal System

Synopsis

This Text Demonstrates That The Law Governing The Rights Of Indigenous People Can Be Best Understood Through The Study Of Two Questions: What Is Meant By 'peoples' And 'equality' Under International Law? Introduction -- Classical International Law And Early Philosophy Theory On Peoples' Rights -- Political Theory That Underpins The Law -- International Law On International Legal Sources -- Indigenous Peoples' Legal Status Under Contemporary International Law -- The Content And Scope Of The Right To Self-determination When Applied To Indigenous Peoples -- The Right To Equality -- Indigenous Communities' Property Rights Over Lands And Natural Resources Traditionally Used -- The Content And Scope Of Indigenous Communities' Property Rights Over Lands And Natural Resources Traditionally Used -- Summary. Mattias Åhrén. Based On A Thesis (doctoral--uit-the Arctic University Of Norway, 2010). Includes Bibliographical References (pages 241-255) And Index.