Why is the word "Indigenous" emerging globally as the most commonly used term for referring to original peoples? (Select all that apply).

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The word "Indigenous" refers to precolonial populations, highlights the relationship between people and the land, and is not associated with federal laws. The right to self-determination is a component of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples; however, it is not an inherent reason for why the term "Indigenous" is used to identify someone's belonging to a specific group.

Why Is the Word "Indigenous" Emerging Globally as the Most