What about the patriarchal ideology in rural areas?

There is a widespread phenomenon of son preference in rural areas of China, which has existed for a long time and caused many negative effects. So, how to treat the phenomenon of son preference in rural areas of China? Let's discuss it below.

1. Historical background of son preference

There has been a long-standing preference for sons over daughters in rural areas of China, which is related to China's traditional feudal thoughts and family values. In feudal society, men were regarded as important figures in family continuity, while women were regarded as "golden mountains" after marriage. Therefore, rural families generally believe that having sons is an important means to maintain family continuity.

2. The negative effects of son preference

The phenomenon of son preference has brought many negative effects to rural areas in China. First of all, it leads to the decline of women's status and the damage of women's rights and interests. Secondly, the preference for boys over girls has also led to the imbalance between men and women in rural areas, which has brought a series of problems to rural society. Finally, son preference will aggravate the aging problem in rural areas, because there are no women to take care of the elderly.

3. Promote the change of patriarchal concept.

In order to eliminate the phenomenon of son preference, it is necessary to promote the change of the concept of son preference. First of all, the government needs to take measures to encourage rural families to have girls and strengthen the protection of women's rights and interests. Secondly, education and publicity are needed to change people's ideas and make them realize the importance of gender equality. Finally, society needs to strengthen support and help for women, so that women have more opportunities and resources to realize their dreams.

4. Solve the problem of son preference in many ways.

Solving the problem of son preference needs to start from many aspects. In terms of policies, more perfect laws and regulations are needed to protect women's rights and interests. In education, it is necessary to strengthen investment and support for women's education. In society, we should strengthen support and help for women, so that women have more opportunities and resources to realize their dreams. At the same time, we should also strengthen the education and guidance for men, so that they can realize the importance and value of women.

Summary:

The phenomenon of son preference has existed for a long time, which has caused many negative effects. In order to eliminate this phenomenon, we need to start with policies, education, society and other aspects to promote the change of the concept of son preference. Only in this way can the concept of equality between men and women truly land, and the rural areas of China can move towards a more equal, harmonious and developing future.