One of the main reasons for killing or abandoning female children was the concept of the dowry.

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The practice of dowry, where the bride's family must provide a substantial amount of wealth or goods to the groom's family, has historically led to a preference for male children in some cultures. This preference sometimes resulted in the killing or abandonment of female infants to avoid the financial burden of raising a girl and providing a dowry for her marriage.

One of the Main Reasons for Killing or Abandoning Female