According to which perspective is incest a taboo to help integrate people into society,limit sexual competition within the family,and protect children?

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The functionalist perspective views social institutions, like taboos against incest, as serving a purpose in maintaining societal order and integration. Incest taboos help integrate people into society by promoting marriage outside of the family, limit sexual competition within the family, and protect children from potential abuse or genetic disorders.

According to Which Perspective Is Incest a Taboo to Help