Bihar has one of the highest female infanticide rates and continues to be in lowest league even in overall literacy levels. The state recorded a ~52% literacy rate, amongst women, which is just above that of Rajasthan. The gender ratio continues to be skewed and the child sex ratios are alarming.

The problem is deep rooted in society that views the birth of a girl child as a liability. The government’s Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao initiative is an attempt to change mindsets and improve the social fabric. The wait, for change, is of course getting longer. The implications are far-fetched. Low literacy levels increase the Gullibility Index (GI), one of the biggest causes of crimes against women. Skewed gender ratios, where there are more males, lead to frustration, polyandry and other social problems.

Low literacy levels, lack of employment opportunities, frustration, gullibility, poor
sociological development lead to crimes such as kidnapping, trafficking, flesh trade and exploitation. Once the epicentre of learning & culture; and the seat of ancient universities, Bihar, today, is a dark and dismal shadow of itself. The state ranks poorly on almost socioeconomic development indices. 

Any social development is possible only by imparting holistic education and bringing about a change in thought process.  People must realize, it is not "somebody's" problem.  Community support is critical.    Also, stricter implementation of laws is necessary.