“The declining sex ratio is both a symptom and a cause of gender inequality”. Examine the cyclical nature of this relationship and propose strategies to break this cycle.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Population and associated issues
Topic: Population and associated issues
Q2. “The declining sex ratio is both a symptom and a cause of gender inequality”. Examine the cyclical nature of this relationship and propose strategies to break this cycle. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: IE
Why the question: The sex ratio at birth in Haryana dropped to 910 in 2024, the lowest since it has been since 2016 when the ratio was 900 Key Demand of the Question: Examine how the declining sex ratio reflects and perpetuates gender inequality, analyze its cyclical nature, and suggest effective strategies to address this issue comprehensively. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Begin with a fact or observation about the declining sex ratio as a marker of gender disparity and its implications for society. Body: Cyclical relationship: Discuss how the declining sex ratio is both a symptom (reflecting gender discrimination) and a cause (worsening gender inequality) of societal biases. Strategies: Suggest measures like strict enforcement of laws, attitudinal changes, economic empowerment, and incentivization of girl child welfare to break the cycle. Conclusion: End by emphasizing the need for a multi-pronged approach to ensure gender justice and sustainable societal development.
Why the question: The sex ratio at birth in Haryana dropped to 910 in 2024, the lowest since it has been since 2016 when the ratio was 900
Key Demand of the Question: Examine how the declining sex ratio reflects and perpetuates gender inequality, analyze its cyclical nature, and suggest effective strategies to address this issue comprehensively.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction: Begin with a fact or observation about the declining sex ratio as a marker of gender disparity and its implications for society.
• Cyclical relationship: Discuss how the declining sex ratio is both a symptom (reflecting gender discrimination) and a cause (worsening gender inequality) of societal biases.
• Strategies: Suggest measures like strict enforcement of laws, attitudinal changes, economic empowerment, and incentivization of girl child welfare to break the cycle.
Conclusion: End by emphasizing the need for a multi-pronged approach to ensure gender justice and sustainable societal development.