One example of gender-based inequality in India is the gap in education between men and women, which is best illustrated by the difference in literacy rates between the genders. In 2011, the literacy rate for men was 82%, while only 65% of women were able to read. India also has above-average rates of gender-based abortions and infanticide due to a cultural preference for sons, who are viewed as having greater economic utility and social status compared to daughters. Lastly, there are economic inequalities between men and women in India. There is a wage gap between the genders, which varies widely between industries, and many women lack autonomy over their personal finances due to relative lack of access to credit and accounts at financial institutions.
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