What is female genital mutilation

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Using the readings, "What is Female Genital Mutilation?," " Erroneous Belief Systems Underlying Female Genital Mutilation," "United Nations Initiatives - FGM," and “Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting: Data and Trends Update 2010” answer the following questions: 1. Through the lens of a cultural relativist, objectively discuss the significance of female circumcision as a cultural practice. Discussion where it is practiced, why it is practiced, and it's comparison to male circumcision. 2. What are the arguments of those opposed to the practice of female circumcision? 3. Do you believe people from other cultures, for example, Westerners, should try to change the practice of female genital circumcision? If so, what types of measures seem most likely to succeed?

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