Question
. What do you think about intentional deformation? Give at least one example and explain what happens during this and why this culture does it.
Answer
Intentional deformation is a practice in some cultures where the body is intentionally altered for aesthetic or cultural reasons. An example of intentional deformation is foot binding, which was practiced in China for centuries. During foot binding, the feet of young girls were tightly bound with cloth strips to prevent them from growing, resulting in a small, deformed foot. This practice was seen as a sign of beauty and status in Chinese culture.