Antinatalist China - Pop Dynamics Flashcards
1
Q
When did the 1 child policy take place?
A
1979
2
Q
Why did this policy occur?
A
Population was too high
3
Q
How was the policy implemented?
A
People who had one child were given good healthcare and education
People with more than 1 child were penalised by being given fines and forced abortions
4
Q
What were the new issues in china due to this policy?
A
- men:women is 120:100 because parents wanted a boy who could take care of them when they are older and the farm
- wife shortage
- ageing pop with less people to work -> labour shortage
5
Q
When did this policy become more relaxed and where?
A
1996 onwards in rural areas
6
Q
What is the policy today?
A
Parents who are only child’s can have 2 children
