Why do some parents prioritize sons over daughters?

Cultural traditions, economic aspects, social aspects.

1. Traditional Chinese culture is a patriarchal culture. In ancient times, men were important for the continuation of the family, while women were considered to be married off and no longer belonged to their own family. This idea still exists in modern society, and although it has changed, it is still y rooted in people's hearts. Parents may feel that their sons can continue the family line while their daughters cannot. This thinking is especially evident in some rural areas, where many people believe that only sons can inherit the family business, while daughters can only marry.

2. In China's traditional rural society, men usually engage in heavy manual labor, such as farming and hunting, while women engage in light manual labor, such as sewing and weaving. As a result, men are more economically advantaged. In addition, males can work to support their families when they reach adulthood, whereas females usually marry and become part of someone else's family, so males are valued more economically. In modern society, although the status of men and women has become more or less equal, in some families, parents still value their sons more, believing that they are better able to carry the financial burden of the family.

3. In traditional Chinese society, the social status of men and women is unequal. Men were usually considered the primary members of the family, while women were considered secondary members. This kind of thinking has changed in modern society, but it still exists. In some families, parents may believe that their sons are more capable and entitled to take on the responsibilities of the family, while their daughters are not. In addition, men usually have more opportunities and resources in society, so in some families, parents will value their sons more.