The Han in China have a patrilineal descent system that is very much a "man's world."

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In the Han patrilineal descent system, family lineage is traced through the male line and the emphasis is placed on carrying on the family name and ancestral worship through male heirs. Women were often valued primarily for their ability to produce male offspring and their social status was tied to that of their husband's family. This system has contributed to a traditionally patriarchal society in China.

The Han in China Have a Patrilineal Descent System That