In some societies,if a husband dies and leaves a wife and children,his widow is expected to practise the custom called the levirate.What does this custom expect of her?

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The levirate custom expects the widow to marry one of the dead man's brothers, in order to keep the family lineage and property intact. Option A is incorrect as it does not relate to this custom directly. Option B is also incorrect as it is not a part of the levirate custom. Option D is incorrect as it mentions widower whereas the levirate custom does not involve a widower.

In Some Societies,if a Husband Dies and Leaves a Wife