Asked by Yelyzaveta Vakhtina on Jun 29, 2024
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Why are the Aché Indians in Paraguay protesting today?
A) deforestation and displacement caused by the state
B) increasing amounts of violence and ethnocide carried out against them
C) revitalization movement to revive their indigenous religion
D) rising prices of food and taxation and decreasing wages
Aché Indians
An indigenous people of Paraguay, known for their hunter-gatherer lifestyle and rich cultural traditions.
Ethnocide
The purposeful and methodical erasure of the cultural heritage of an ethnic group.
Deforestation
The large-scale removal of forest or tree cover, usually undertaken to convert the land for agricultural, urban, or industrial uses, leading to significant environmental and ecological impacts.
- Comprehend the reasons behind the protests of indigenous communities and their fight against deforestation, displacement, and ethnocide.
Verified Answer
JG
Joceline GutierrezJun 30, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The article states that the Aché Indians in Paraguay are protesting against "deforestation and displacement caused by the state."
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the reasons behind the protests of indigenous communities and their fight against deforestation, displacement, and ethnocide.