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International Day of the World's Indigenous People 2023
Context
The International Day of the World's Indigenous People is observed on August 9 every year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world's indigenous population.
Background
- 9 August is specifically chosen to mark the first m??ting of the United Nations Working Group on Indigenous Populations, which was held in Geneva in 1982.
- The idea of commemorating a day to honor the indigenous people began with the United Nations.
- It aimed to protect the rights of the indigenous populations and ensure that their voices were heard on a global platform.
- The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution to observe the International Day of World's Indigenous People in D?c?mb?r 1994.
About
About the event:
- The theme for International Day of World’s Indigenous People 2023 is “Indigenous Youth as Agents of Change for Self-determination.”
- Also known as World Tribal Day, this event also recognizes the achievements and contributionsthat Indigenous people make to improve world issues such as environmental protection.
- Significance:
- This day serves as a reminder to pr?s?rv? and celebrates the rich cultural heritage, traditions, languages, and wisdom that indigenous people bring to the world.
- The day is to foster solidarity among indigenous peoples and raise awareness among the broader public.
- Understanding and appreciation of indigenous cultures promote greater empathy and respect, contributing to a more inclusive and compass.
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On 9th August 2018, the first National Report on the State of India’s Tribal People’s Health was submitted to the Government of India by the Expert Committee on Tribal Health. |
Tribal Communities in India:
- Tribal people are concentrated in 809 blocks in India.
- Such areas are designated as the Scheduled Areas.
- Around 50% of India’s tribal population (around 5.5 crore) live outside the Scheduled Areas, as a scattered and marginalised minority.
Why Tribes need special recognition?
- Tribal people heavily depend on government-run public health care institutions, such as primary health centres and hospitals.
- There is a 27% to 40% deficit in the number of such facilities, and 33% to 84% deficit in medical doctors in tribal areas.
- Government health care for the tribal people is starved of funds as well as of human resources.
What Steps has the Government of India taken for Tribal Welfare?
- Anamaya
- 1000 Springs Initiative
- Pradhan MantriAdiAdarsh Gram Yojna (PMAAGY)
- TRIFED
- Digital Transformation of Tribal Schools
- Development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups
- Pradhan Mantri Van DhanYojana
- Eklavya Model Residential Schools
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