Unit 4: Singapore Case Study Flashcards
What was Singapore’s crude birth rate in 1965, and how did it change by 1975?
It was 29.5 per 1,000 in 1965 and dropped to 2.5 per 1,000 by 1975.
What government campaign in Singapore aimed to reduce birth rates in the 1970s?
The “Stop at Two” family planning campaign.
What was a key feature of the “Stop at Two” policy in Singapore?
Families with more than two children were discouraged through financial penalties and limited education benefits.
What was the key reason for Singapore’s shift to pro-natal policies in the 1980s?
Concern over an aging population and insufficient replacement-level fertility.
What pro-natal policy was introduced in Singapore in 1987?
The “Have Three or More, If You Can Afford It” campaign.
What financial incentives were offered under Singapore’s pro-natal policies in the 1980s?
Tax relief, maternity leave, and priority for school enrollment for larger families.
What trend in childbirth age among women contributed to Singapore’s fertility decline?
Women were having children at an older age.
What was the role of the Baby Bonus Scheme in Singapore’s population policy?
It provided financial incentives to support the costs of raising children.
How did Singapore’s total fertility rate change between 1975 and 1999?
It dropped from 2.1 to 1.6.
What long-term impact did Singapore’s pro-natal policies have on fertility rates?
Despite efforts, fertility rates remained below replacement levels.
What is a key outcome of Singapore’s population policies on its age structure?
A growing proportion of the population is aged 65 and over.
What measure did Singapore introduce to address education under its pro-natal policies?
The Children Development Account was introduced to help fund children’s education.
