VOICED: Hunting for India's missing children

VOICED: Hunting for India's missing children

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video highlights the distressing case of Anita, a young girl who went missing in New Delhi. Her family, particularly her mother Meena Singh, fears she has been trafficked due to their socioeconomic status. The video discusses the broader issue of child trafficking in India, where thousands of children disappear annually, often from impoverished families. Despite accusations of negligence, authorities claim most children are found. Meena remains determined to find her daughter, having reached out to various officials for help.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of Meena Singh regarding her daughter Anita?

Anita was taken by a family member.

Anita is hiding in the city.

Anita was sold to traffickers.

Anita might have run away.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many children were reported missing from New Delhi in 2008?

Over 1000

Over 2500

Over 5000

Over 7500

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do child advocates believe about the issue of missing children?

It is larger than what police admit.

It is a minor issue.

It is only a local problem.

It is exaggerated by the media.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the response of the authorities to the allegations of systematic kidnapping?

They blame the families.

They have no comment.

They deny any systematic kidnapping.

They agree with the allegations.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has Meena Singh done in her efforts to find her daughter?

She has hired a private investigator.

She has given up hope.

She has written over 30 letters to officials.

She has moved to a different city.