VOICED : Aumentan abortos selectivos en Armenia donde no quieren hijas

Armenia faces a high rate of selective abortions, with societal pressure leading to the termination of female fetuses. The UN reported a skewed birth ratio in 2012, indicating a future deficit of women. This imbalance is attributed to patriarchal norms. Efforts to change perceptions and promote gender equality are crucial. The government has enacted laws to curb sex-selective abortions, but NGOs emphasize addressing the root causes, such as entrenched patriarchy and poverty.

What societal issue contributes to the high rate of selective abortions in Armenia?

• Economic instability

• Lack of education

• Religious beliefs

• Patriarchal pressure

What is the projected consequence of the current gender imbalance in Armenia?

• Equal gender ratio

• Higher birth rate of girls

• Deficit of women

• Increase in population

What does the United Nations attribute the gender imbalance in Armenia to?

• Healthcare access

• Educational system

• Patriarchal structures

• Economic policies

What legislative measure is the Armenian government taking to address selective abortions?

• Banning all abortions

• Promoting gender equality education

• Restricting abortions based on fetal sex

• Providing financial incentives for families with girls

According to NGOs, what underlying issues need to be addressed to solve the problem of selective abortions?

• Healthcare infrastructure

• Patriarchal mindset and poverty

• Educational reforms

• Religious practices