Gender Imbalance: A Growing Crisis in India

In parts of India, there's a saying: "Raising a daughter is like watering your neighbor's

garden." This cultural preference for sons has created a massive crisis. For decades,

it has fueled female infanticide and, more recently, sex-selective abortions. The result is a

staggering gender imbalance, with millions more men than women. This isn't just

a social issue; it's a security threat. A large population of frustrated young

men who can't find partners can become an unstable force. South Asia has a huge youth population,

a potential "demographic dividend," but this deep-rooted imbalance threatens to turn that asset into

a disaster.