Essay on gender discrimination eassy 100words

In Indian civilization the child is beleived to be a gift of God to be nurtured with love, care and affection, not only within the family but also within society as a whole. The son preference or the privileging of sons over daughters in accordance with a patriarchal system is a well-known phenomenon in India. Sons are lauded as blessing or boon, as carrier of the family lineage; they are beleived to earn income and an assurance to the family; they are caretakers of the parents during old age. A family without a son is regarded as incomplete and a social embarrassment. Contrary to this, women are pinpointed as a curse and burden; raising the daughter is considered a waste of time and money, and useless in terms of family lineage. This mindset can only be changed by educating the female members of our families and by empowering them to take their own decisions regarding education, career and marriage. This will result in a more egalitarian society in the long run.