Asked by Maram Naser on Sep 27, 2024

What is the primary advantage of fraternal polyandry in Tibet?​

A) ​It creates a ready labor force and keeps land holdings together.
B) ​It allows for a maximum number of children for a labor force.
C) ​It provides wives to men who would not otherwise be married.
D) ​It addresses the skewed and unequal sex ratio that exists in Tibet.

Fraternal Polyandry

A marital arrangement in which two or more brothers share a wife, practiced in some societies for social and economic reasons.

Tibet

An autonomous region in China known for its unique culture, religious practices, and as the home of Tibetan Buddhism.

Labor Force

The total number of people available to work, including both the employed and the unemployed who are seeking employment.

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