VOICED : Indígenas marchan en Brasilia por audiencia clave sobre tierras en corte suprema

Thousands of indigenous people marched in Brasilia to advocate for their ancestral land rights, a case being reviewed by the Supreme Court. The decision, postponed due to other court matters, could impact numerous natural reserve litigations. The debate centers on whether land rights should be recognized only for lands occupied by indigenous people at the time of the 1988 Constitution. Indigenous groups argue they were forcibly removed during the military dictatorship. They also protest against President Bolsonaro's policies, which they see as persecutory and favoring illegal land occupation. Environmentalists emphasize that preserving indigenous lands is crucial for protecting the Amazon. Currently, 900,000 indigenous people live in Brazil, occupying 13% of the national territory.

What was the main reason for the indigenous march in Brasilia?

• To protest against urban development

• To advocate for ancestral land rights

• To demand better healthcare

• To celebrate a cultural festival

What is the agribusiness lobby's argument regarding indigenous land rights?

• All lands should be returned to indigenous people

• Only lands occupied by indigenous people in 1988 should be recognized

• Indigenous lands should be used for agriculture

• Indigenous people should be relocated to urban areas

What historical event led to the displacement of indigenous people from their lands?

• The military dictatorship between 1964 and 1985

• The Brazilian Civil War

• The discovery of oil reserves

• The construction of the capital city, Brasilia

What is one of the main environmental arguments for preserving indigenous territories?

• To increase tourism

• To prevent the destruction of the Amazon

• To promote mining activities

• To expand agricultural lands

What percentage of Brazil's population is made up of indigenous people?

• 0.5%

• 2%

• 10%

• 5%