Question

Based on these documents, how might you compare the gender systems of China, India, and the Roman Empire? What common features of patriarchy did they share? In what ways did they differ?

Answer 1

Answer:

"Indian women had the opportunity to become Buddhist nuns and enjoy partial freedom. In contrast, Chinese women were at the bottom of society, and Mediterranean women were regarded as lowly in Athens, their status only improving slightly with the rise of the Roman Empire."

Further Reference:

Shi Grebel, M. (2012). Comparison of Gender Systems in the Classical World - where was it best to be a woman?. [online] Markedbyteachers.com.

Meguerian.org. (2019). Women in Classical Societies. [online]

Answer 2

For the patriarchy, they were male dominated societies, while women were weak. As for the differences, Rome(and Greece for that matter) used social divisions, India used a caste system, and China used a social order and strict behavioral guideline. Hope this helps! Please mark as brainliest!