Question

44. According to section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1867, which group is included in the term 'Aboriginal peoples'?

a. Mtis and Indian peoples
b. members of First Nations' bands
c. the Indian, Inuit, and Mtis
d. all individuals of Indigenous heritage

Answer 1

Section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1867, includes Indian, Inuit, and Métis as 'Aboriginal peoples' with unique cultures, languages, and histories recognized by the Canadian constitution.

Step-by-step explanation:

According to section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1867, the term 'Aboriginal peoples' includes the Indian, Inuit, and Métis groups. These Indigenous Peoples of Canada have distinct histories, languages, cultural practices, and spiritual beliefs. The First Nations (Indians) consist of over 630 groups representing about 50 Nations and languages. The Inuit population is approximately 65,000 people, residing mainly in northern parts of Canada with 53 communities speaking Inuktut. The Métis number over 587,000 across the country. Each of these groups is recognized and acknowledged in the Canadian constitution and plays an integral role in the historical and cultural fabric of the nation.