Why do many old people prefer boys to girls?

The traditional cultural concept of son preference is rooted in the ancient agricultural society in China, and men are considered as important figures in the continuation of the family. Under this concept, boys are regarded as the future and hope of the family, while girls are regarded as fertility tools and responsible for bearing offspring.

In addition, socio-economic factors have also led to the phenomenon of son preference. In the past China society, boys usually received better education and training. They could hold higher positions and earn higher income, which brought more honor and wealth to their families. Girls are usually expected to take care of their families at home, so they are often considered as people with no economic value.

In addition, some social policies in the history of China have also aggravated the problem of son preference. For example, after the implementation of the family planning policy, some families may prefer to keep boys to ensure that families have enough population to maintain their family and social status. These social and cultural factors have, to a certain extent, caused the traditional concept of son preference, which still exists in some regions and families.