Polygamy

Polygamy is a marital practice where an individual has multiple spouses simultaneously. It generally falls into two types: polygyny, where a man has multiple wives, and polyandry, where a woman has multiple husbands. Commonly practiced in various cultures and religions historically, polygamy's acceptance varies globally and is regulated by law or tradition. It differs from monogamy, which involves one spouse at a time, and raises complex social, legal, and ethical questions about equality, resource sharing, and family dynamics.