This document discusses the issue of female foeticide and gender inequality in India. It notes that according to UN estimates, 700 girls go missing and are added to the count of the 'Missing Girl Child' in India every day, amounting to over 250,000 girls lost every year. The document examines some of the reasons behind parents avoiding or killing girl children, including societal preferences for sons, the view of girls as a burden due to dowry and safety concerns, and restrictions on women's education and career aspirations. It calls for steps to stop female foeticide and highlights some successful women in India.