‘One of the best ways to fight discrimination and prejudices is to educate women
because an educated girl has direction, hope and will become a mentor to the others.’
Justify the above quote, taking inputs from the lesson ‘Bholi’.
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Explanation
How can the stereotype that girls are a burden on their parents affect the life of a daughter? Imagine this situation and list at least five different effects that this stereotype can have on the way daughters get treated in the house.
Answer: This is a belief in many parts of India that girls are a burden on their parents. This can affect the life of a girl in negative ways. A girl continuously hears all sorts of comments from her parents and relatives. Following are the some effects that this stereotype can have on the way daughters get treated in the house:
A girl may not be sent to school or is sent to school only to study up to primary classes.
The girl may not get enough nutrition because nutritious food shall be kept reserve for the boys.
The girl may be forced into marriage at an early age.
A girl may not be allowed to enjoy her childhood and is forced to do household chores.