People who have a longstanding connection with their home territory predating colonialism are referred to as __________.

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The term "indigenous people" refers to those who have a longstanding connection with their home territory predating colonialism. This includes groups such as Native Americans, Maori, and many others who have maintained cultural and linguistic traditions that predate the arrival of foreign powers in their lands. Option A refers to people who share a common cultural heritage or identity, while B refers to a grouping of people based on physical characteristics. C is a vague term that could refer to any group with local ties, and D is not a commonly used term in this context.

People Who Have a Longstanding Connection with Their Home Territory