China

China’s population policy, more commonly referred to as the One Child Policy, is still one of the most controversial topics in the world, and the only one of its kind in history. It has been praised as well as criticized by many, and the world is yet to see what results it will have in the long run. This essay will present the policy in its simple form, as well as discuss the sociological …

…In accordance with the country’s post-1949 political tradition, China’s leaders assert that economic well-being forms the basis for the enjoyment of all other rights, and that the protection of economic rights can therefore justify restrictions on civil liberties” (Xiaokang 345.) Therefore, as one can see, China’s population policy has a severe sociological impact on women, orphans, as well as others, continues to be justified, and will continue to create controversy around the globe.