Polygyny practices present a difficult case to prosecute in Canada.The practice itself is illegal but is almost always practiced due to religious or cultural beliefs.Polygyny practices may also undermine women's equality.Additionally,polygamists do not usually register multiple spouses.This practice then puts what rights upheld by Canadian law against each other?

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Polygyny practices often undermine women's equality, which is protected under Canadian law. However, many polygamists practice it due to their religious or cultural beliefs, which are also protected under Canadian law. Therefore, the conflict arises between women's rights and religious/cultural rights.

Polygyny Practices Present a Difficult Case to Prosecute in Canada