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In Swaziland, rigid cultural standards govern women's dress, particularly forbidding them from wearing masculine clothing. If a woman appears dressed in such garments, military personnel possess the power to publicly undress her. This severe practice emphasizes the considerable gender-based limitations and social expectations placed on women, illustrating broader problems of disparity and the implementation of conventional roles. Such behaviors not only breach personal liberties but also maintain public shame and prejudice.
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