One Child Policy in China: 1979-2016
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What was the primary objective of the one child policy in China?

  • Increase the birth rate
  • Enhance economic growth
  • Promote individual freedoms
  • Control population growth (correct)
  • The one child policy has had a positive effect on China's birth rate.

    False

    Name one major social implication of the one child policy in China.

    Gender imbalance

    The one child policy has created a __________ population structure, resulting in an aging population and fewer working-age individuals.

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    Match the following outcomes with their descriptions regarding the one child policy:

    <p>Gender Imbalance = Preference for male children has led to more boys than girls. Aging Population = A higher proportion of older individuals compared to younger ones. Economic Impact = Fewer young workers available for future economic growth. Social Tensions = Increased challenges related to care for the elderly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    One Child Policy - China

    • The One Child Policy in China aimed to control population growth.
    • The policy was implemented in 1979 and lasted for 35 years.
    • The policy aimed to reduce the negative impacts of overpopulation on resources and economic development.
    • The policy had significant social implications, including:
      • A skewed gender ratio due to male preference.
      • A decline in the overall birth rate.
      • An aging population with fewer young workers.
      • Increased financial pressures on families with single children.
      • A decrease in grandparents available to care for children.
    • The policy was officially ended in 2016.
    • The policy remains a significant factor in China's demographic structure, and its impact on society is still unfolding.

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    Explore the significant One Child Policy implemented in China from 1979 to 2016. This quiz covers the policy's objectives, its social implications, and its lasting impact on China's demographic structure. Test your knowledge on how this policy shaped family dynamics and the economy in China.

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