Polygamy Flashcards
1
Q
Where is polygamy legal
A
In 58 countries in Muslim majority countries
In multi cultural societies with large Muslim populations, it is only legal for Muslims to engage in acts if polygamy
2
Q
Where is polygamy a crime
A
In most countries (bigamy)
3
Q
Reasons why law varies between cultures (polygamy)
A
Religion, tradition
4
Q
RELIGION -
A
Muslim- the qur’an permits men to take up to 4 wives, reflected in the law
5
Q
TRADITION
A
Polygamy is traditionally practiced by some African societies
