Question

Female literacy rates are often lower in India and some other South Asian countries because females may have __________.
A.
more property rights
B.
the ability to serve in government roles
C.
professional work options
D.
less access to education

Answer 1

D. less access to education

Female literacy is often lower where girls have reduced access to schooling because of cultural norms, poverty, early marriage, household responsibilities, or discrimination against educating girls.