The Disparity Between Sons and Daughters: A Reflection on Gender Bias
In many families, sons are often treated as the center of attention, while daughters may face neglect and discrimination. The question arises - why is it that a daughter, who is born into the same family as a son, is sometimes made to lead a life of neglect and hardship? The Emotional Weight of Gender Expectations The emotional burden of having a daughter is often marked by expectations that are not equally extended to sons. A daughter, despite being born into the same family, sometimes finds herself sidelined and subjected to a life filled with limitations. The sons, on the other hand, are given more opportunities, freedom, and sometimes even special privileges. This disparity is not just about physical or financial support but also about the emotional and psychological toll it takes on a daughter. She is expected to silently accept her position, bearing the weight of inequality with little to no avenues for expression or resistance. The harsh reality is that in many cases, a da...