What has been the trend in number of women deaths due to dowry?
A
Increased
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B
Decreased
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C
Remained stagnant
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D
Heavily decreased
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Solution
The correct option is A Increased In 1988, 2209 women died as a victim of the dowry tradition. In 1990 the number of dowry deaths was 4835, and in 1993, it increased to 5377. These increased numbers speak volumes about the seriousness of the issue.