global politics- Chinese demographics Flashcards
What is the estimated population of China as of 2023?
Approximately 1.4 billion.
True or False: China has the largest population in the world.
True.
What demographic trend is China experiencing due to its aging population?
Increased dependency ratio.
Fill in the blank: The one-child policy was implemented in China in _____.
1979.
What is the main purpose of the ‘two-child policy’ introduced in 2015?
To counteract population aging and declining birth rates.
Which region in China has the highest population density?
Eastern coastal regions.
Multiple Choice: What percentage of China’s population is urban as of 2023? A) 30% B) 60% C) 80%
B) 60%.
What is the median age of the Chinese population as of 2023?
Approximately 38 years.
True or False: China has a higher male-to-female ratio due to cultural preferences.
True.
What is the expected demographic challenge China will face by 2050?
Significant increase in the elderly population.
Fill in the blank: The fertility rate in China has dropped to around ____ children per woman.
1.6.
What impact does migration have on Chinese demographics?
It leads to urbanization and changes in population distribution.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a consequence of China’s aging population? A) Economic growth B) Increased healthcare costs C) Higher birth rates
B) Increased healthcare costs.
What role does the Hukou system play in Chinese demographics?
It regulates internal migration and affects access to resources.
True or False: The population growth rate in China is currently increasing.
False.
What is the term for the demographic transition that China is undergoing?
Aging population transition.
Fill in the blank: The Chinese government has introduced policies to encourage ____ to increase the birth rate.
childbearing.
What impact does the gender imbalance have on Chinese society?
It leads to social issues such as marriage difficulties.
Multiple Choice: Which age group is projected to grow the fastest in China? A) Children B) Working-age adults C) Elderly
C) Elderly.
What is one major challenge associated with the migration of rural populations to urban areas in China?
Strain on urban infrastructure and services.
