Law of the Jungle in Peru: Indigenous Amazonian Uprising against Neoliberalism

Key Points

• The study explores the causes and consequences of the indigenous uprising in Peru against neoliberal policies.
• Analyzed protest events from April 9 to June 19, 2009
• Investigated socio-political dynamics of marginalized groups
• Conducted interviews with indigenous leaders and activists
• The protests mobilized numerous indigenous communities across the Amazon region
• Demanded recognition of indigenous rights and environmental protection
• Highlighted the social inequalities exacerbated by neoliberal policies