Question
Discuss the factors responsible for imbalances in the sex-age found in different parts of the world and occupational structure.
Solution
The factors responsible for the imbalance in the sex ratio in different parts of the world are discussed below:
(i)In the developing countries infant mortality is higher among males than females.
(ii)In developed countries male mortality is higher than females.
(iii)Migration of males or females also affects sex ratio.
