Population crisis? Reflection on China's Compulsory Family Planning
Policy
Abstract
In China, the mandatory family planning policy that lasted for half a
century was once considered a necessary measure to control population,
alleviate resource pressure, and promote economic development. However,
over time, the long-term consequences of this policy gradually became
apparent, triggering a series of serious social problems. After the
policy, China's population structure has undergone drastic changes, with
an increase in the elderly population, a decrease in labor force, and
gender imbalance, which have put pressure on social and economic
development. The family size has shrunk, and traditional concepts have
been impacted. The policy has changed the concept of childbirth, and
young people tend to have one or no children, exacerbating aging and
uncertainty in population development. The past impact of family
planning policies cannot be denied, and in-depth research is needed to
find solutions and contribute to future population and social stability.