Megan+Panopio+on+Tribal+Rights

I still agree that traditions and culture serve as huge importance to the people of Papua New Guinea. Even if new practices are introduced and therefore implemented, consideration should still be made to those unaware of those new practices. This saying may be connected to the saying, "mercy over justice." In the student government for example, I'm reminded of those who are still of the conservative for example the student board against the board of administrators and how tradition continues to be their guiding force despite the trends in culture that students hold. In terms of the given scenario and using the modern legal system for their traditional tribal rights, it will be deemed conflicting if any of their rights go against the norm of the legal system. This said, a certain consideration should be made on certain laws. As stated above is the life of one in stake. Under my own jurisdiction, I would not allow it despite the traditions, though I will give considerations, say if they are capable of killing an animal in exchange for a human life.