Statistics show that child sex ratio is declining though there is an increase in overall sex ratio. Discuss the reasons that explain this trend. What measures have been taken by the government to correct this trend?
Approach of the Answer
- Introduction:Introduce the statement briefly.
- Body:Discuss the reasons for rising overall sex ratio and declining child sex ratio in India. Highlight the measures taken by the government.
- Conclusion: Conclude with a suggestion.
The sex ratio is an important indicator of gender balance in the population. Historically, the sex ratio has been slightly in favour of females. In last two decades, the sex ratio in India has increased from 927 in 1991 to 940 in 2011. However, the disturbing trend is that the Child Sex ratio has declined consistently to all time low at 918 females for 1000 males in ....
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