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The issue of girls dropping out of school in India is a problem. Despite significant progress in recent years, girls in India still face barriers to education due to various social, cultural, and economic factors.

One of the major factors contributing to girls dropping out of school is poverty. Many families in India struggle to afford basic necessities, let alone education expenses. As a result, parents may prioritize their sons' education over their daughters' and may marry off their daughters at a young age instead of sending them to school. Another factor is the lack of safety and security for girls, particularly in rural areas. Girls may face harassment or violence on their way to or from school, which can lead to them dropping out of school to avoid the risk. Additionally, cultural norms and traditional gender roles can also discourage girls from pursuing education. Some families may believe that girls should focus on household duties and domestic work rather than attending school. To address this problem, India has implemented various initiatives such as the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign, which aims to promote the education and empowerment of girls. The government has also introduced policies such as free education for girls up to a certain level and cash incentives for families who enroll their daughters in school. However, more efforts are needed to ensure that girls in India have equal access to education and are able to stay in school. This requires a collective effort from the government, communities, and families to create an enabling environment for girls' education