In regards to the birth process, which of the following best describes the belief of many traditional cultures?
a. It is unfair that the man does not have a similar process.
b. Only women of status should have the right to bear children.
c. It puts the woman in the state of being spiritually unclean.
d. It is socially inappropriate and should not be rewarded in any way.
C. This may be a reaction to the potential dangers of birth. During the birthing process, there is an ample amount of blood and fluid that is discharged and this is viewed as unclean in many cultures.
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