Recognize and respect indigenous distinct culture, history, language and way of life as an enrichment of the State's cultural identity and to promote its
preservation... Ensure that members of indigenous peoples have equal rights
in respect of effective participation
in public life and that no decisions directly relating to their rights and
interests are taken without their informed consent; (and) Ensure that indigenous communities can exercise their rights to practise and revitalize their cultural traditions and customs and to preserve and to practise their languages.