There is a long-held belief that the right to self-determination can also apply to indigenous peoples, who have the right to determine their models of development and the use of their lands and natural resources.

"The State recognizes the existence of the indigenous peoples, who have rights, duties and guarantees enshrined in the Constitution, especially those relating to the preservation and development of their identity and culture, maintenance of their own forms of social organization and administration of their local affairs, as well as maintenance of the communal forms of land ownership and enjoyment, use and benefit of them, all in accordance with the law [...]".