"International Journal of Geography, Geology and Environment"

Gender bias remains a significant socio-cultural issue in contemporary India, profoundly affecting societal dynamics and demographic trends. It examines the root causes, manifestations, and consequences of gender bias, particularly in relation to skewed sex ratios, female foeticide, and socio-economic disparities across different regions. By analyzing these factors, the study aims to provide insights into the complexities of gender inequality and propose strategies for fostering gender equity in diverse geographical contexts.

Decline sex ratio is an emerging issue mainly in developing countries. Female foeticide or infanticide is one of the major causes behind it. By use of modern technology one can easily identify foetus sex in the womb of mother and if it is girl fetus aborted silently. Though it is prohibited by law but some dishonest doctors and clinics do it for money. Days are not so far away, when there may be the manifestation of the situation where brides will not be accessible for the marriage of the sons to maintain the lineage and continue the human race of even those people who believe in the long-standing tradition of son preference, that “only sons can offer Pray Pindadana, Mukhagni and not the daughters”. Therefore, it is felt that the mindsets of the people should be changed right from now towards the importance of the girl child in the family.