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I never understood the criticism over one child policy. Had it not been for that policy, the population of China could well be over 2 billion by now. Is this so

by akfanta 12y ago

I never understood the criticism over one child policy. Had it not been for that policy, the population of China could well be over 2 billion by now. Is this something the rest of the world wanted? Sure it's cruel and not fair to some of the families, but considering the alternative, I'd argue this is something that has to be done.

Someone1234 12y ago
While I completely agree, the one child policy hasn't been without its problems. For example, the number of boys Vs. girls in China is likely going to result in either a civil war or worse another international conflict 20 years from now. An extremely unhappy population is not constructive for world peace (or even inter-China peace). I am extremely concerned about that powder keg and everyone else should be too. What does a society do with a bunch of unhappy 20 something males typically?