This practice proves dangerous not only for the woman herself, but also for the rest of us around her. The impact of this practice on society is dangerous not only for women but also for all those who make it up. Demographers warn that in twenty years the country will face a shortage of girls as brides, with the sex ratio rapidly becoming unfavorable. This practice also causes an increase in crimes and violence against women. Women are more likely to be exploited, assaulted and even raped, which is an obvious consequence. People should be made aware of this situation and those wishing to determine the sex of their child should be severely punished. Laws have been passed in the Indian Penal Code to punish anyone who attempts to determine the sex of the child. Society must understand that it needs girls as much as boys. There is no past without the woman and there will be no future without the girl