What is the purpose of a casket liner?

• A. A removable metal unit that is placed inside a wooden casket shell to provide protective qualities.
• B. A decorative outer shell for the casket.
• C. A separate container used for cremains.
• D. A device to seal the casket lid.

Answer: (A)

The purpose of a casket liner is to provide a protective interior barrier inside the casket. It sits inside the wooden shell, often as a removable metal unit, and shields the casket interior from the body and any fluids, helping to preserve the interior surfaces and maintain structural stability during handling. This makes cleaning, replacement, and overall sanitation easier. It is not the decorative outer shell, not a container for cremains, and not a device used to seal the lid.