The lovers of Nayar women establish the paternity of children by __________

a. marrying the woman when she becomes pregnant
b. paying the husband when his wife becomes pregnant
c. declaring themselves possible fathers and giving gifts to the woman and the midwife
d. accompanying the woman to the hospital so his name can be recorded with the birth


Answer: c

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