Cultural relativism tends to promote one's own culture. Which of your ancestral culture and traditions are you most proud of?

"garra charrúa"

Explanation:

I am Uruguayan and one of the aspects of my culture that all Uruguayans are extremely proud of is known as "garra charrúa". This is the underdog personality that Uruguayans demonstrate in everything they do. This is also a way of life passed down from the natives of the country. As Uruguayan citizens we always try our best regardless of what we are trying to accomplish or how impossible it may seem to overcome the obstacles in our way.

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