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The "missing" girls and women' phenomenon occurs due to which of the following factors? a. preference for male child b. inadequate data c. women trafficking d. high maternal mortality ratio

The "missing" girls and women' phenomenon occurs due to which of the following factors? a. preference for male child b. inadequate data c. women trafficking d. high maternal mortality ratio Correct Answer a and d

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