Punjab has the worst sex ratios with only 846 females per 1,000 males. Notice has been issued to ultrasound centers not to indulge in illegal practice of sex determination.
Genetic Basis for Sex Determination
There are plenty of obvious ways in which men and women differ, and the scientists have known that these distinctions are due to the genetic differences buried deep within our DNA.
There are plenty of obvious ways in which men and women differ, and the scientists have known that these distinctions are due to the genetic differences buried deep within our DNA.
"All civil surgeons have been directed to keep an eagle's eye on the activities of all ultrasound centers being privately run in the state and have been asked to take immediate action against any violation of the PNDT Act. The state government has been tough with the dishonest owners of these centers," said Jayani.
Principal Secretary (Health) Vini Mahajan said a clear message has been given to the ultrasound centers by the government not to indulge in the illegal practice of sex determination.
Genetic Process may Solve Puzzle Behind Evolution of Sex Determination in Mammals
A genetic process found in many species of rodents could have a significant influence on our assumptions about sex determination and the pace of evolution, a new study reveals.
A genetic process found in many species of rodents could have a significant influence on our assumptions about sex determination and the pace of evolution, a new study reveals.
"Because of the effective steps taken by the state government in curbing illegal sex determination tests, the male-female sex ratio was recorded at 846 in 2011 which was 798 in 2001," said Mahajan.
Rajasthan CM Ashok Ghelot Says Special Court to be Set Up to Fast Track Sex Determination Cases
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has met with Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and asked him to set up a special court to fast track trials of female foeticide cases in the state
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has met with Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and asked him to set up a special court to fast track trials of female foeticide cases in the state
Update Online Portal To Receive Complaints on Prenatal Sex Determination: Union Ministry
Gender identification of the fetus is illegal in India. The health ministry has directed authorities to take action against those who indulge in the practice.
Gender identification of the fetus is illegal in India. The health ministry has directed authorities to take action against those who indulge in the practice.
