How Well Do You Know Women's Rights Around The Globe?

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1.

In Saudi Arabia, women are prohibited from driving a vehicle.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In Saudi Arabia, women are indeed prohibited from driving a vehicle. This is due to strict societal and cultural norms that restrict women's freedom and mobility. The ban on women driving has been in place for many years, but there have been recent efforts to lift this restriction and grant women the right to drive. However, as of now, it is still true that women in Saudi Arabia are not allowed to drive.

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2.

The US senate is 40% women
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The senate is actually only 20% women

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3.

Cows are given more rights than women in many parts of the world.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In many parts of the world, particularly in traditional and patriarchal societies, cows are often considered sacred and are given more rights and protection than women. This can be seen in various cultural practices, such as restrictions on women's mobility, limited access to education and healthcare, and the prevalence of gender-based violence and discrimination. This stark inequality highlights the deeply ingrained gender biases and systemic oppression faced by women in these regions.

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In India, the punishment for possession of beef is imprisonment for five years but until recently, there was no punishment for marital rape.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement is true because in India, the punishment for possession of beef is indeed imprisonment for five years, as per laws in some states. However, until recently, there was no specific punishment for marital rape in the Indian legal system, which has been a subject of debate and criticism. This highlights the disparity in the severity of punishments for different offenses in the country.

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A study found that for every additional year of education women of reproductive age received, their children were almost 10% less likely to die.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given statement suggests that there is a correlation between the level of education of women of reproductive age and the likelihood of their children dying. The study found that for each additional year of education, the risk of child mortality decreased by almost 10%. This implies that education plays a crucial role in improving the health and well-being of both women and their children, leading to a lower child mortality rate.

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6.

Less than 30% of women worldwide will experience physical and/or sexual abuse by an intimate partner during their lifetimes
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
70% of women worldwide will experience this abuse

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7.

Recently the Canadian government ensured gender representation in the cabinet at the senior levels of government.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The Canadian government recently made a commitment to ensure gender representation in the cabinet at senior levels of government. This means that they are actively working to have an equal number of men and women in positions of power and decision-making within the cabinet. This move is aimed at promoting gender equality and ensuring that diverse perspectives are included in the decision-making process.

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A recent report from the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs found that, on average, products geared toward girls and women only cost 2% more than similar goods for males.(This is commonly referred to as “gendered tax”)
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Its actually 7% more

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According to the United Nations, more than 60% of women in India, Nepal, and Pakistan don’t participate in politics because of fear of violence.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given statement is true. According to the United Nations, over 60% of women in India, Nepal, and Pakistan do not participate in politics due to the fear of violence. This suggests that there is a significant barrier for women in these countries to engage in political activities, which hinders their participation and representation in decision-making processes. The fear of violence can have a detrimental impact on women's empowerment and their ability to exercise their rights and contribute to political development.

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10.

Iranian women are banned from entering sports stadiums.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Iranian women are banned from entering sports stadiums. This is true. In Iran, there are strict regulations that prohibit women from attending sporting events in stadiums. This ban has been in place since the Islamic Revolution in 1979 and is based on the belief that women should not be exposed to the atmosphere and behavior of male fans. This restriction has faced criticism both domestically and internationally, as it is seen as a violation of women's rights and gender equality. However, there have been some recent relaxations of this ban, allowing women to attend certain sporting events under specific conditions.

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11.

Studies show that only 15 states in the US guarantee that women’s birth control prescriptions will be filled.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Its actually only 7 states

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12.

According to Women Under Siege, many nations (including Venezuela, Indonesia, Denmark and Russia) still have rape-marriage policies that force the survivor to marry her perpetrator in effect.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
According to Women Under Siege, several nations, including Venezuela, Indonesia, Denmark, and Russia, still enforce rape-marriage policies, which require the survivor to marry the perpetrator. This means that the statement is true.

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13.

A pentagon study estimates the number of sexual assaults each year in the US army is around to 5,000.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Its actually close to 19,000

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14.

Women in Afghanistan need their husband’s permission to leave the house.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In Afghanistan, women are required to obtain their husband's permission before leaving the house. This practice is rooted in traditional gender roles and societal norms that prioritize male authority and control over women's mobility. Such restrictions limit women's independence and freedom, reinforcing gender inequality and perpetuating patriarchal power dynamics within Afghan society.

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How Well Do You Know Women's Rights Around The Globe?

In Saudi Arabia, women are prohibited from driving a vehicle.

The US senate is 40% women

Cows are given more rights than women in many parts of the world.

In India, the punishment for possession of beef is imprisonment for five years but until recently, there was no punishment for marital rape.

A study found that for every additional year of education women of reproductive age received, their children were almost 10% less likely to die.

Less than 30% of women worldwide will experience physical and/or sexual abuse by an intimate partner during their lifetimes

Recently the Canadian government ensured gender representation in the cabinet at the senior levels of government.

A recent report from the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs found that, on average, products geared toward girls and women only cost 2% more than similar goods for males.(This is commonly referred to as “gendered tax”)

According to the United Nations, more than 60% of women in India, Nepal, and Pakistan don’t participate in politics because of fear of violence.

Iranian women are banned from entering sports stadiums.

Studies show that only 15 states in the US guarantee that women’s birth control prescriptions will be filled.

According to Women Under Siege, many nations (including Venezuela, Indonesia, Denmark and Russia) still have rape-marriage policies that force the survivor to marry her perpetrator in effect.

A pentagon study estimates the number of sexual assaults each year in the US army is around to 5,000.

Women in Afghanistan need their husband’s permission to leave the house.