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Tribal Child Welfare Law
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What is the primary purpose of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)?
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To protect the rights of Native American children and families.
💡 Explanation:
The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) was enacted in 1978 to protect the rights of Native American children and families. The act seeks to prevent the removal of Native American children from their families and tribes, and to promote the placement of Native American children in foster care or adoptive homes with Native American families.