Native Title
/ˈneɪtɪv ˈtaɪtl/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal recognition of the rights and interests of indigenous peoples to their traditional lands and waters under customary law.
The court upheld the native title claim, acknowledging the community's ancestral connection to the land.
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- native title
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Commentary
Native title is a unique legal concept recognizing indigenous peoples' traditional land rights, distinct from statutory land ownership; precise proof of continuous connection and customs is central in claims.
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