6 Questions
What is the meaning of the name 'Khushi' in Hindi?
Happiness
Why was Khushi almost not born according to the text?
Relatives and neighbors pressured her mother to abort her
What is a common form of discrimination faced by girls in India as mentioned in the text?
Forced marriages at a young age
What consequence do daughters often face for not bringing sufficient dowry according to the text?
Harassment and potential violence
What is one way in which girls are mistreated compared to boys as described in the text?
'Get the cow dung, sweep the floors' kind of tasks
In what way are crimes against women described in the text?
Rapidly increasing
Study Notes
Gender Discrimination in India
- 600,000 female fetuses are aborted every year in India, according to a 2011 study.
- Gender discrimination against girls begins in the womb and continues throughout their lives.
Discrimination Against Girls
- Boys are sent to good schools, while girls are not given the same opportunities.
- Boys are given good food, nice clothes, and treated well, while girls are forced to do household chores.
Early Marriage and Dowry
- Nearly half of India's girls are married off before the age of 18.
- Sumanjit, a woman, was forced to marry a man 15 years older than her when she was just 12 years old.
- The bride's family often has to give extravagant dowries, although the practice has been banned by the government.
- Daughters are constantly harassed for not bringing sufficient dowry, and may be subjected to domestic violence.
Domestic Violence and Crimes Against Women
- Domestic violence against women is common in India.
- Crimes against women in India are on the rise.
- Women may be burned alive or killed if their family does not comply with dowry demands.
Explore the prevalence of gender discrimination in India through a story about a mother and her newborn daughter. Learn about the challenges faced by females in a society where female infanticide and abortion are not uncommon.
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