Question

What incentives were given to people who adhered to this policy of china's one child policy? What were the consequences for not adhering to the policy?

Answer 1

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Those who adhered to China's one child policy were often given incentives such as preferential access to housing, healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. Parents with only one child were also eligible for financial rewards, including bonuses at work, and exemption from certain taxes, fees, and fines. Additionally, families who followed the policy were sometimes eligible for extra maternity leave and access to better schools and other social services.

On the other hand, those who did not adhere to the policy faced consequences such as fines, job loss, demotions, and reduced access to social services. In some cases, families who had more than one child were forced to pay large fines known as "social compensation fees." In extreme cases, individuals were subjected to forced sterilization or abortions. The policy also fueled a cultural preference for male children, leading to a gender imbalance and other societal problems.