Conclusion: Inclusive Democracy that Respects Local Wisdom

The Baduy Tribe case teaches us that electoral democracy is not always black and white. The constitutional right to vote and be elected is indeed fundamental, but it must be read side by side with the right to maintain indigenous identity and sovereignty. The Baduy Tribe's choice must be respected as a manifestation of their human rights to culture. The state must be present not by forcing participation, but by accommodating and facilitating the representation of their interests through channels that are in harmony with local wisdom. This is a test for the inclusiveness and maturity of Indonesian democracy.