CUET Preparation Today
Which of the following conclusions is most consistent with the evidence that prosperous states such as Punjab, Haryana, Maharashtra, Delhi and Chandigarh have low child sex ratios? |
Economic development alone is sufficient to eliminate gender discrimination. Low child sex ratios are mainly caused by lack of medical facilities. Gender bias can persist even in economically prosperous regions. Prosperous families are less likely to use modern medical technology. |
Gender bias can persist even in economically prosperous regions. |
The correct answer is Option 3: Gender bias can persist even in economically prosperous regions. The passage highlights that some of the wealthiest regions of India continue to have low child sex ratios. This suggests that economic prosperity by itself does not remove discriminatory attitudes towards girls. Social values and preferences continue to play an important role. NCERT: "It is striking that the lowest child sex ratios are found in the most prosperous regions of India... So the problem of selective abortions is not due to poverty or ignorance or lack of resources." |
