### Question
What is the definition of Indian tribe?


### Answer
The definition of **Indian tribe** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 7602*:

> any Indian tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including any Alaska Native village, which is Federally recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 7602*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 83-ENERGY EXTENSION SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER III-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

