The People Bomb:  Girl Child

Name: The People Bomb: Girl Child
Uploaded: 2009-02-08T20:03:34+00:00
Duration: 8 min 25 s
Channel: Shari Bell
Description: In a multi-part series nominated for an Emmy, CNN traveled to countries around the globe looking at the reasons behind escalating populations. In much of Asia, a strong preference for sons plays a key role in the size of a family. "Girl Child" looks at the lives of girls in India, told through the eyes of the girls. Reporter: Larry LaMotte Producer: Shari Bell

In a multi-part series nominated for an Emmy, CNN traveled to countries around the globe looking at the reasons behind escalating populations.  In much of Asia, a strong preference for sons plays a key role in the size of a family.  "Girl Child" looks at the lives of girls in India, told through the eyes of the girls.  Reporter:  Larry LaMotte  Producer:  Shari Bell