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Who is the surgeon in the story?
Who is the surgeon in the story?
- The boy's mother
- The boy's sister
- The boy's mother, who is also a surgeon (correct)
- The boy's father
What is a socio-cultural factor that contributes to gender issues in African societies?
What is a socio-cultural factor that contributes to gender issues in African societies?
- Poverty
- Lack of education
- Urbanization
- Discriminatory cultural practices (correct)
What is the primary objective of Session 1?
What is the primary objective of Session 1?
- To gain a better understanding of the concept of Gender and its related concepts (correct)
- To identify efforts made globally to deal with gender inequalities
- To justify the need for gender inequality
- To discuss the importance of affirmative action
What is sex, according to the passage?
What is sex, according to the passage?
Why are gender relations important in African societies?
Why are gender relations important in African societies?
What is an example of a socialization institution that reinforces gender relations?
What is an example of a socialization institution that reinforces gender relations?
What does the quote 'Gender is “the costume, a mask, a straitjacket in which men and women dance their unequal dance”' imply?
What does the quote 'Gender is “the costume, a mask, a straitjacket in which men and women dance their unequal dance”' imply?
What is the main difference between sex and gender?
What is the main difference between sex and gender?
What is the impact of legal factors on gender relations?
What is the impact of legal factors on gender relations?
What is an example of a message that can be sent through social media?
What is an example of a message that can be sent through social media?
What is the purpose of identifying efforts made globally to deal with gender inequalities?
What is the purpose of identifying efforts made globally to deal with gender inequalities?
Why is it important to discuss the justification for dealing with gender inequality?
Why is it important to discuss the justification for dealing with gender inequality?
What is the role of socialization institutions in shaping gender relations?
What is the role of socialization institutions in shaping gender relations?
What is an example of a discriminatory cultural practice that contributes to gender issues?
What is an example of a discriminatory cultural practice that contributes to gender issues?
What is the primary authority figure in a patriarchal social system?
What is the primary authority figure in a patriarchal social system?
What is a characteristic of patriarchal institutions?
What is a characteristic of patriarchal institutions?
What is true about the manifestation of patriarchy?
What is true about the manifestation of patriarchy?
What is masculinity according to the concept?
What is masculinity according to the concept?
What is true about matrilineal inheritance systems?
What is true about matrilineal inheritance systems?
What is a characteristic of modern societies described as patriarchal?
What is a characteristic of modern societies described as patriarchal?
What is the main idea conveyed by agency?
What is the main idea conveyed by agency?
What is an example of individual agency?
What is an example of individual agency?
What is the purpose of affirmative action?
What is the purpose of affirmative action?
What is the origin of affirmative action?
What is the origin of affirmative action?
What is a type of women's self-help group?
What is a type of women's self-help group?
What is an example of a skill that can be learned to improve one's life?
What is an example of a skill that can be learned to improve one's life?
What is the result of taking legal action against gender discriminatory practices?
What is the result of taking legal action against gender discriminatory practices?
What is a benefit of affirmative action?
What is a benefit of affirmative action?
What is the primary context in which racial and gender disparities are being addressed in South Africa?
What is the primary context in which racial and gender disparities are being addressed in South Africa?
What is the basis of quotas for gender-based affirmative action in South Africa?
What is the basis of quotas for gender-based affirmative action in South Africa?
What is an example of a direct affirmative action policy?
What is an example of a direct affirmative action policy?
What is the purpose of girl child education policies?
What is the purpose of girl child education policies?
What is an example of an indirect affirmative action policy?
What is an example of an indirect affirmative action policy?
What is the purpose of science clinics for girls?
What is the purpose of science clinics for girls?
What is the goal of affirmative action policies?
What is the goal of affirmative action policies?
What is an example of a measure to promote participation of women in certain professions?
What is an example of a measure to promote participation of women in certain professions?
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Study Notes
Surgeon's Identity
- The surgeon is the boy's mother.
Socio-Cultural Factors Affecting Gender
- Social construction of society leads to discriminatory cultural practices.
- Discriminatory inheritance practices exist in African societies.
- Marriage practices, such as polygamy, and widowhood rites affect gender roles.
- Family and community life factors, including chores, decision-making, and role expectations, influence gender dynamics.
- Reproductive health decisions, including family planning and sexuality, are affected by socio-cultural factors.
Importance of Gender in African Societies
- Gender is important for social relations, including class, kinship, and power dynamics.
- Socialisation institutions, such as family, church, school, media, and work, reinforce gender relations.
Legal Factors Affecting Gender
- Customary laws and state laws can reinforce or challenge discriminatory gender practices.
Definition of Gender
- Gender is a social construct specifying socially and culturally prescribed ideas about behavior, actions, and roles.
Patriarchy
- Patriarchy is a social system where males hold authority over women, children, other men, and property.
- It implies institutions of male rule and privilege, dependent on female subordination.
- Patriarchy has manifested in various cultures and civilizations throughout history.
Masculinities
- Masculinity signifies a collective gender identity, not a natural attribute.
Agency and Change
- Agency refers to people's ability to change their situations through conscious action.
- Examples of agency include self-help groups, micro-finance initiatives, and individual actions that trigger change.
Affirmative Action
- Affirmative action refers to temporary measures adopted to address systemic discrimination and exclusion of particular social groups.
- It aims to redress inequalities and promote development goals.
- Origins of affirmative action can be traced back to the USA and South Africa.
Types of Affirmative Action
- Direct affirmative action includes quotas, reservations of seats, and targeted investments in infrastructure, education, and health.
- Indirect affirmative action includes scholarship schemes, fee-free education, and free textbooks and uniforms.
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