Why do Mende elders remove a young girl's clitoris?

A) ​form of female circumcision
B) ​type of marriage
C) ​process of giving birth
D) ​tattooing the face

Female Circumcision

A cultural or religious practice involving the partial or total removal of the external female genitalia, often controversial and considered a human rights issue.

Mende Elders

Refers to respected senior members of the Mende people, an ethnic group from West Africa, known for their wisdom, guidance, and leadership within the community.

Clitoris

A small, sensitive, erectile part of the female genitals, important for sexual arousal and pleasure.