Adverse child sex ratio in Jhajjar district: a sociological study of khanpur-khurd village
Keywords:
adverse child sex ratio, cultural norms, socio-economic disparities, gender-based discriminationAbstract
The negative child sex ratio in Jhajjar district has spurred a sociological study in Khanpur-Khurd village. It has far-reaching social effects. This summary summarises the sociological research in this setting. The research examines the complex causes of Khanpur-Khurd village's child sex ratio. The researchers used qualitative and quantitative methodologies to study this issue's origins and intricacies. Cultural norms, socioeconomic inequalities, gender-based discrimination, and prenatal sex determination are examined. The research found a complicated interaction of elements via participant observation, in-depth interviews, and data analysis. Family dynamics are still shaped by heredity and social expectations for male kids. Economic concerns and dowries typically drive the desire for male heirs. Sex-selective behaviours have also increased due to the availability and abuse of current prenatal sex determination methods. The conclusions of this research affect policymaking and action. Cultural prejudices, economic inequities, and legal enforcement must be addressed comprehensively, according to the abstract.
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