Question

Which of the following is true about the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act? Select all that apply. (1 point) Responses Archaeologists are not permitted to study any Native American artifacts. Archaeologists are not permitted to study any Native American artifacts. Only Native Americans can conduct archaeological digs on historically tribal lands. Only Native Americans can conduct archaeological digs on historically tribal lands. Congress passed this law in an effort to right the wrongs done to Native American culture. Congress passed this law in an effort to right the wrongs done to Native American culture. Native American cultural items must be returned to their tribe of origin. Native American cultural items must be returned to their tribe of origin. Native Americans must give up all rights to any cultural items found off of reservations. Native Americans must give up all rights to any cultural items found off of reservations.

Answer 1

The true statements about the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) are:

1. Congress passed this law in an effort to right the wrongs done to Native American culture.
2. Native American cultural items must be returned to their tribe of origin.

The other statements are false:

• Archaeologists are permitted to study Native American artifacts, although there are regulations governing that research.
• There is no requirement that only Native Americans can conduct archaeological digs on historically tribal lands; however, there is a push for collaboration and consultation with Native American tribes.
• Native Americans do not have to give up all rights to cultural items found off of reservations; their rights to these items can depend on various factors, including tribal laws and agreements.