Asked by Hoài My Võ Th? on Apr 23, 2024
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How has the United Nations defined female genital mutilation (FGM) ?
A) as cultural diversification
B) as ethnocentrism
C) as cultural assimilation
D) as violence against women
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
A harmful cultural practice involving the partial or total removal of the external female genitalia for non-medical reasons.
Violence Against Women
involves acts of physical, sexual, or psychological harm directed towards women, often stemming from gender inequality or discriminatory beliefs.
- Examine the implications of cultural practices through various viewpoints.
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Harmandeep Dhaliwal5 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The United Nations defines female genital mutilation (FGM) as a form of violence against women, recognizing it as a violation of human rights, harmful to women's physical and mental health.
Learning Objectives
- Examine the implications of cultural practices through various viewpoints.
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