The well-being of indigenous peoples in India and its alignment with the sustainable development goals (SDGs)

Abstract

Purpose

This study assesses the SDG-related well-being of indigenous communities in India using bibliometric analysis and the ADO-TCM framework. It provides insights into their alignment with sustainable development objectives.

Design/methodology/approach

This study analysed 74 high-impact journals using bibliometric analysis to evaluate the well-being of India’s indigenous peoples about the SDGs.

Findings

This study analyses the well-being of tribal communities in India using existing scholarly articles and the ADO-TCM framework. It emphasises the importance of implementing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to promote the well-being of indigenous populations.

Originality/value

This study uses bibliometric analysis and the ADO-TCM framework to investigate factors impacting tribal community welfare. It proposes theoretical frameworks, contextual considerations and research methodologies to achieve objectives.

Citation

Kiran, P.R., Chaubey, A., Shastri, R.K. and Bedarkar, M. (2024), "The well-being of indigenous peoples in India and its alignment with the sustainable development goals (SDGs)", Management of Environmental Quality, Vol. 35 No. 5, pp. 1048-1077. https://doi.org/10.1108/MEQ-10-2023-0338