- Hinder economic development: The reservations will set aside large areas of land for Indian communities, which could hinder economic development in the region. This is because the land could be used for activities such as logging, mining, and agriculture.
- Lead to conflict: The reservations could lead to conflict between Indian communities and other groups, such as loggers, miners, and farmers. This is because Indian communities may have different values and ways of life than other groups, which could lead to misunderstandings and conflict.
- Be ineffective in protecting Indian communities: The reservations may not be effective in protecting Indian communities from the threats they face, such as deforestation, disease, and poverty. This is because the government may not have the resources or the will to enforce the laws that protect the reservations.
Despite these concerns, the Brazilian government has continued to support the policy of setting up reservations for Indian communities in the Amazon rain forest. The government believes that the reservations are necessary to protect the rights and culture of Indian communities and to ensure that they have a say in the future of their land.