South Korea's Fertility Crisis: Gender Inequality, Cultural Challenges Fuel Population Decline (OneIndia/1 Dec 2024)

One India article highlights South Korea's fertility crisis, driven by gender inequality and cultural shifts. Despite government efforts like financial incentives and childcare support, the birth rate remains at an all time low. Experts warn the population could shrink to a third by 2100, worsening economic and social challenges. Women cite unequal household roles and career sacrifices as barriers to family life, while anti-feminist sentiment and low immigration rates hinder solutions.