China's One Child Policy

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When was China's One Child Policy implemented?

The One Child Policy was implemented in 1979.

What were the primary goals of China's One Child Policy?

The primary goals were to control population growth and improve economic and environmental conditions.

What is a significant negative social effect of the One Child Policy?

A significant effect was a gender imbalance due to a cultural preference for male children.

How did the policy affect China's workforce demographics?

The policy led to an aging workforce, with a smaller proportion of young workers.

When did China officially end the One Child Policy?

The policy ended in 2015, transitioning to a Two Child Policy.

What is 'Little Emperor Syndrome' in the context of China's policy?

It refers to the phenomenon where only children become over-indulged by parents and grandparents.

Name a positive outcome of the One Child Policy.

The policy is credited with accelerating China's economic development.

How did rural enforcement of the policy differ from urban areas?

In rural areas, families were often allowed a second child if the first was a girl.

What penalties did violators of the One Child Policy face?

Penalties included fines, loss of employment, and denial of benefits.

What cultural impacts did the One Child Policy have?

There was increased pressure on only children to succeed and support their parents.

How did the One Child Policy affect adoption rates?

There was an increase in international adoptions, especially of girls.

What is a '4-2-1' family structure resulting from the One Child Policy?

It refers to one child caring for two parents and four grandparents.

How did the policy influence China's dependency ratio?

The dependency ratio increased as the working-age population declined.

In which areas was the One Child Policy more strictly enforced?

It was more strictly enforced in urban areas compared to rural regions.

What was one method of policy enforcement?

Methods included mandatory birth permits and strict control over maternity services.