VOICED : Indigenas protestan en Argentina para evitar desalojo de tierras

Indigenous groups in Buenos Aires protested to demand the extension of a law preventing their eviction from ancestral lands. The law, in place since 2006, requires a study of these territories, which remains incomplete. The protest highlighted conflicts with industries and criticized Luciano Benetton's ownership of vast lands in Patagonia, claimed by the Mapuche. The protest concluded with a call for a community property law.

What is the main demand of the indigenous protestors in Buenos Aires?

• To extend a law preventing eviction from their lands

• To reduce taxes on imported goods

• To improve urban infrastructure

• To increase agricultural subsidies

Since when has the law preventing eviction of indigenous communities been in effect?

• 2010

• 2000

• 2006

• 2015

Who is Luciano Benetton in the context of the land conflicts in Argentina?

• A government official

• A Mapuche community leader

• A local farmer

• An Italian businessman owning large lands

What is the main issue faced by the Mapuche people in Patagonia?

• High unemployment rates

• Shortage of healthcare facilities

• Displacement due to large land ownership by businessmen

• Lack of access to education

What are the protestors hoping to achieve with their demonstration outside the Congress?

• Increased funding for education

• Completion of a land study and approval of a community property law

• Reduction in fuel prices

• A new trade agreement