Abstract
All the human beings in this world have the same right to live and survive in this society albeit some societies have made some barriers to control their existence in different ways. Women against violence is a one of cruelty made by society. Many acts of violence are being made against women among them foeticide is a cruel incident that has to face women in society. Foeticide is the most inhumane activity happening in this world, which can be seen as the high discrimination of people based on gender. In that back door foeticide is still happening in the society of India. The aim of this article is to examine the existing situation of foeticide in Indian society. To reach the main objective, data were gathered through available secondary data like published research papers, many other research works, and other printed documents and online materials related to the topic. Firmly ingrained cultural norms, preferences for male offspring, and a lack of gender equality are the causes of female foeticide. The effects of this practice have serious ramifications for the general harmony and balance of society in addition to being harmful to the lives of innumerable unborn females. In the end, combating female foeticide necessitates a team effort from civil society, government agencies, and individual citizens. India can work toward ending the deeply rooted practice of female foeticide and creating a more just and inclusive society by promoting a culture that recognizes and respects the dignity of every individual, regardless of gender.
© 2023 R.A. Karunarathne, D. Praveena, published by National Institute of Social Development
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