Oxford’s Pitt Rivers Museum has announced plans to repatriate over three dozen sets of human remains to the Naga community, following a decades-long campaign for their return. The remains, held in the museum’s collections since the colonial era, are being returned as part of a broader effort to address historical injustices tied to their acquisition. The decision comes after consultations with descendants and advocacy groups, marking a significant step in decolonizing museum practices. The move reflects growing global momentum toward restitution of cultural heritage wrongfully removed during periods of imperialism.
Oxford's Pitt Rivers Museum will return more than three dozen sets of human remains to the Naga people.
