The Respectful Treatment of Those Who Came Before Us. The respectful treatment of Human remains include shaman (Ixt) remains as well. Great care was taken by our ancient people to properly care for and maintain, the final resting places of our ancient loved ones. Inherent rights of descendants to care for, maintain, and perpetually manage these places lies with the lineal descendants. This Inherent right cannot be legislated away and are protected by the legal system. Under NAGPRA, lineal descendants have more authority over any other entity. Tribal entities serve as conduits and should transfer human remains to descendants as soon as received.
