AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -It is a centuries-old cultural practice found in many countries among people following various religions and beliefs, but is most prevalent in Africa . Other terms for FGC include female genital mutilation, female genital circumcision, female genital operations, or clitoridectomies.

Detailed explanation-2: -Girl child education refers to the aspect of education that aims at developing the skill and knowledge of girls and women from all castes, races, and backgrounds. This includes education at schools, colleges, health education, professional, technical, and vocational education, etc.

Detailed explanation-3: -Gender discrimination is unequal or disadvantageous treatment of an individual or group of individuals based on gender. Sexual harassment is a form of illegal gender discrimination.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sexism is the prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination based on one’s sex or gender. Sexism can affect anyone, but throughout history it primarily affected women and girls. It has been linked to gender roles and stereotypes, and may include the belief that one sex or gender is intrinsically superior to another.