Polygyny Practices Present a Difficult Case to Prosecute in Canada

question 15

Multiple Choice

Polygyny practices present a difficult case to prosecute in Canada.The practice itself is illegal but is almost always practiced due to religious or cultural beliefs.Polygyny practices may also undermine women's equality.Additionally,polygamists do not usually register multiple spouses.This practice then puts what rights upheld by Canadian law against each other?

• A)religious rights and immigration rights
• B)women's rights and religious rights
• C)cultural rights and individuals' rights
• D)women's rights and family rights

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Definitions:

Uncovered Interest Parity

A theory in economics that posits the difference in interest rates across two countries will match the anticipated shift in exchange rates between their currencies.

Interest Rate Parity

A theory stating that the difference between the interest rates of two countries is equal to the differential between the forward exchange rate and the spot exchange rate of their currencies.

Forward Exchange Rate

An agreed exchange rate for a currency transaction that will occur at a future date.

Spot Exchange Rate

The current price for exchanging one currency for another, available for immediate delivery.