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patrilineal kinship group

A patrilineal kinship group is a social system where family membership and inheritance are traced through the male line, typically from father to son. In this system, individuals identify with and belong to their father's family, which influences roles, property rights, and social responsibilities. Such groups often emphasize the importance of paternal lineage in defining identity and kinship ties, shaping social structure and inheritance patterns within the community.