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Indigenous Roots

Definition

Indigenous roots refer to the ancestral heritage and cultural traditions of the native people who originally inhabited a particular region or country. These roots encompass their language, customs, beliefs, and practices.

Analogy

Indigenous roots are like the deep, strong foundation of a building. Just as a building relies on its foundation for stability and support, a culture's indigenous roots provide the framework for its identity and resilience.

Related terms

Cultural Heritage: The tangible and intangible aspects of a society's history that are passed down from generation to generation.

Native Languages: The languages spoken by the original inhabitants of a region or country.

Traditional Practices: Customs, rituals, and activities that have been preserved over time within an indigenous culture.



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