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“Most of the parents in India, especially in smaller towns, fear for daughters due to the inhuman treatment meted out to them. They want her to go away, saying, 'You're not my responsibility anymore.' I don't understand: why don't we nurture our girls?” quote by Aditi Rao Hydari
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“Most of the parents in India, especially in smaller towns, fear for daughters due to the inhuman treatment meted out to them. They want her to go away, saying, 'You're not my responsibility anymore.' I don't understand: why don't we nurture our girls?”

Aditi Rao Hydari

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Source Interview: Social Issues in India, date unknown

The speaker laments societal neglect of daughters, questioning why families abandon responsibility for girls amidst fear of mistreatment.

In simple terms: Society often abandons daughters.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for gender equity and protection.

Themes

gender family responsibility culture

Mood

concerned advocacy

Type

social ethical

When to use this quote

  • rural communities
  • family planning
  • policy advocacy

Key Concepts

sociology human rights ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can families be encouraged to protect daughters?
  • What policies could reduce gender-based fear?
A Different Perspective

Cultural fear can justify neglect, perpetuating harm.

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