Are There More Men Or Women In The World?

The video explores the global gender ratio, revealing a slight male predominance at birth (107 males to 100 females) and a population ratio of 102 males to 100 females. Factors influencing these ratios include health, behavior, and cultural preferences. Male infants face higher mortality risks, and cultural practices like son preference and sex-selective abortions further skew the ratio. Women generally outlive men, flipping the ratio in older age groups. Geographic variations also exist, with some regions showing extreme gender imbalances. Nature compensates for these disparities, aiming for a balanced population.

What cultural practices contribute to the preference for male children?

How does life expectancy differ between men and women globally?