Prototype theory and the concept of taonga: Implications for Treaty-related issues such as the display and conservation of taonga Māori

Abstract

This paper examines, in the context of prototype theory, issues and problems associated with the concept of taonga, the specific aim being to provide an approach that could assist those who are concerned with the interpretation of Article 2 of the Treaty of Waitangi and Treaty-related issues such as the appropriate display and conservation of taonga Māori.