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Lesson Social Problems and Evils
3.1

49 percent of detected victims of human trafficking are
FACTS adult women.
to Understand

The activities which are done to fulfil one are personal or group interest in the
form of speech or actions thought are called social problems. These activities are
against the norms of the society. Some people give trouble to others for many
reasons such as financial benefits, people's happiness, dignity, health, safety,
freedom, rights and social reputation. These activities are immoral, bad and
undesirable which disturbs the peace and harmony of the people living in the
same society. They obstruct the development of the society, so society cannot run
smoothly.
Every society has problems only the degree is different. In developed societies
there are many kinds of problems but most of them are easily resolved. But in
developing countries many social problems are seen which are unsolved and
create many problems. These problems are dowry system, alcoholism, vandalism,
gambling, quarrelling, fighting, etc. When these problems are unsolved for long
time then they turn into social evils. Therefore, social evils are those problems
which remain in a society for a long time and obstruct the development of the
society and hinder it to run smoothly. Later, the evils can be a part of culture of
a society.

There are many social problems and evils in Nepalese society. In the name of rites
and rituals, cultures and traditions people are practising many such activities
which obstruct the progress of the society. Though, Nepali society is very rich in
culture and tradition. We have tradition to respect our elders, love juniors, help the
needy people and show good hospitality to the guests. Despite these good customs
and traditions many bad elements have entered the society which has disturbed
its peace and harmony. There are problems like child marriage, superstitions,
extravagance, girl trafficking, drug abuse, child labour, domestic violence, dowry
system, untouchability, caste discrimination, etc. Some of the social problems and
evils are discussed below.

Superstitious Belief

There are more villages in Nepal than towns and cities. People in rural areas are
deprived of many basic facilities such as education, health, transportation, etc.
Most of the people live in limited periphery. They believe in superstition and witch

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