This paper evaluates the inclusion of the rights for indigenous peoples within the
standards of international law and policy, in accordance to the obligations established
by the International Law of Human Rights. The analysis targets to assess the degree
of implementation of international standards on the rights of indigenous peoples, in
the development programs and projects, by the Governments, particularly Guatemala.
First, it reflects the evolution of the international law in relation to the recognition of
the rights of indigenous peoples; then analyzes the adjustment of the internal law of
States, to meet the international and regional standards, in the framework of relative
international human rights´ obligations. Finally, it addresses the importance that States
have granted to the rights of indigenous peoples in development programs and projects
