Improved to 933 in 2022–23, up from 918 in 2014–15.
The sex ratio in India has undergone a significant transformation, with recent reports indicating a historic shift toward a more balanced gender distribution. According to the , India recorded 1,020 females for every 1,000 males for the first time. India Sex Ratio: 2023 Trends & Official Reports
Rural areas generally maintain a better sex ratio ( 1,037 ) compared to urban centers ( 985 ), likely due to lower migration of males from rural to urban areas. Regional Focus: Tamil Nadu and Southern States
While the NFHS-5 survey showed more women than men overall, the —a critical indicator of gender bias—remains a concern.
Improved to 933 in 2022–23, up from 918 in 2014–15.
The sex ratio in India has undergone a significant transformation, with recent reports indicating a historic shift toward a more balanced gender distribution. According to the , India recorded 1,020 females for every 1,000 males for the first time. India Sex Ratio: 2023 Trends & Official Reports
Rural areas generally maintain a better sex ratio ( 1,037 ) compared to urban centers ( 985 ), likely due to lower migration of males from rural to urban areas. Regional Focus: Tamil Nadu and Southern States
While the NFHS-5 survey showed more women than men overall, the —a critical indicator of gender bias—remains a concern.