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World Service,26 Sep 1997,29 mins

Patriarchy in Mauritius

Everywoman

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Abortion is illegal in Mauritius but still very prevalent, with 'miscarriage' often used as a euphemism, whereas polygamy for men is legal. Is this about controlling women? Also on the programme: In some countries, polygamy is legal; in others, like Mexico, men often have 'secret' second families. Why do the women tolerate this? Plus, a Cambridge University student talks about her first week at this hallowed institution.

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