India is one of the few countries experiencing falling child sex ratio. Which among the following statements could be the major reasons behind this phenomenon?

1. High female infant mortality

2. Female foeticide.

The Correct answer is Option 3. 

Key Points

• High female infant mortality (1): This statement is correct. High rates of female infant mortality contribute to a falling child sex ratio, as female infants may not receive the same level of care and attention as male infants, leading to higher mortality rates.
• Female foeticide (2):  This statement is correct. Female foeticide, the practice of terminating a pregnancy based on the predicted sex of the fetus, significantly contributes to the decline in the child sex ratio in India.
• Both high female infant mortality and female foeticide are major reasons behind the phenomenon of a falling child sex ratio in India. Thus, the correct answer is Option 3