Women in ancient India were highly respected. With the course of time, the status of women got lowered. The practice of female foeticide also started on a large scale. This eventually led to a slump in female sex ratio.
Problems faced
Dowry has become widespread, and birth of girl child became inauspicious. In several parts of India, women are seen as an economic liability even though they contribute in many ways to our economy and society. Early marriages, forced marriages, molestation, domestic and work area harassment, trafficking, and eve teasing are the issues faced by today’s women. Polygamy is also a problem faced by woman of some communities.
Women are also victims of malnutrition. If a pregnant lady suffers from malnutrition, the child’s health will be affected.
As responsible citizens we must strive towards gender equality and women empowerment. Government must also act against women’s rights violators.
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