concept   territory
statement   Territory for Indigenous communities is communal, spiritually significant, and based on shared ancestral connections rather than strict property boundaries.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 territorial boundaries Indigenous communities Less defined or fluid, emphasis on communal land and ancestral territories 1
2 territorial control Indigenous communities Territorial control is often based on ancestral rights and communal ownership of land. 1
3 territorial control Indigenous communities Territorial control is closely tied to cultural and spiritual connections with the land. 1
4 territoriality Indigenous communities Territoriality is based more on shared usage of land and resources, with less emphasis on fixed property boundaries. 1
5 territory Indigenous communities Territory is deeply connected to ancestral lands and has spiritual significance. 1
6 territory Indigenous communities Territory is seen as a communal asset with spiritual significance, and is often managed collectively by the community. 1
7 territory Indigenous communities Territory is often understood as a part of the natural environment and may be shared or fluid, not strictly defined by borders or property lines. 1
8 territory Indigenous communities Territory is often defined by natural landmarks and is considered shared among the community rather than individually owned. 1