(Introduction)Every human being should have the right to freedom; even if it means escaping one's cultural practices and/or beliefs in order to survive. For example, “the practice of female genital mutilation (FGM), or female circumcision, is widespread in many African countries” (Burnor & Raley 68). Female genital mutilation is a procedure in which a woman's clitoris is removed; this procedure decreases the sexual pleasure a woman can experience during intercourse (Burnor & Raley). Human beings control their bodies; therefore, women in different African countries have the right to choose whether or not to undergo female genital mutilation. A female circumcision is a procedure that can be exceptionally painful; This procedure can be performed in a clean environment with the use of appropriate surgical instruments (Burnor & Raley). However, this procedure can also be carried out “by a loved one equipped with knives, razor blades, or even sharp stones. Many women suffer from infections, bleeding and other complications. Some women die as a result of this procedure” (Burnor & Raley 69). In life, every living being must be respected; for example, Fauziya Kassindja was forced to undergo female genital mutilation in her home country, Togo. Being forced to undergo such a procedure is morally wrong; especially since it is a painful procedure that can bring misery into one's life. (Question 1) After analyzing Fauziya Kassindja's situation, based on my point of view and understanding, Fauziya made the right choice by fleeing Togo and not accepting the cultural practices of her country. Escaping from your home country can be difficult to manage. However, if anyone is dishonored; like ...... middle of paper ...... y 69). In life, forcing human beings to undergo unnecessary and morally reprehensible surgical procedures, such as female circumcision, goes against life and its purpose. We often know that life is the greatest gift of all; it allows human beings to pursue their dreams and become successful individuals, both in their personal and professional lives. (Question 5) A society's cultural approval of FGM could make the practice a moral right or duty of women in that particular society. For example, relativism refers to the following: “the moral standard of each society depends on what that society considers to be right” (Burnor and Raley 53). Consequently, Togolese society accepts the practice of female genital mutilation; However, it can be said that the majority of men living in Togo are in favor of their future wives undergoing female circumcision – women are not...