Why does Rwanda have the highest percentage of female lawmakers in the world?
a. There are more women in Rwanda, partly because so many men died in the genocide.
b. Rwanda uses a quota system to bring women into the government.
c. In Rwandan society, women have the dominant role and men are generally subservient.
d. Men are prohibited from serving in the legislature without a declaration of war.
Answer: b
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