A Problem-and-Solution Mismatch: Son Preference and Sex-Selective Abortion Bans

Son preference is a global phenomenon that has existed throughout history. Sexselective abortion is widespread in certain countries, especially those in East and South Asia, where an inordinately high social value is placed on having male over female children.

A Problem-and-Solution Mismatch: Son Preference and Sex-Selective Abortion Bans (PDF | 5 pagina's | 116 kB)