Problem

Family dependence on patriarchal role of the man

Other Names:
Dependence of wife on husband
Dependence of children on father
Nature:

An economic tie traditionally binds both wife and children to the father as the provider. It is this bond which enables the father to act in an authoritarian manner, subjugating the wife and any children. This bond is a major factor hindering the emancipation of the woman.

Subject(s):
Mankind Mankind
Societal Problems Dependence
Society Family
Society Infants
Society Marriage
Society Maternity, paternity
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
GOAL 3: Good Health and Well-being
Problem Type:
D: Detailed problems
Date of last update
12.06.2019 – 18:37 CEST