### Question
What is the definition of tribe?


### Answer
The definition of **tribe** is as follows in *25 U.S.C. § 2021*:

> any Indian tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including an Alaska Native Regional Corporation or Village Corporation (as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act [43 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.]), which is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians

#### Citation:
  - *25 U.S.C. § 2021*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 22-BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS PROGRAMS**

