Multiple choice

What does 'sexism' refer to?

  1. The belief that men are inherently superior to women.

  2. The state of sexual promiscuity.

  3. The tendency to treat women as sexual objects only.

  4. A process of liberation of women from the traditional bondage.
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Explanation

Sexism fundamentally refers to the belief that one sex (usually men) is inherently superior to the other (usually women), which then justifies discriminatory treatment. Option B describes sexual promiscuity (a behavioral pattern, not a belief system). Option C describes objectification (a practice that may result from sexism, but not the definition). Option D describes women's liberation (a movement opposing sexism).

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