Anti-natalist principles

Definition

Anti-natalist principles are population policies aimed at reducing birth rates in order to control population growth. They include measures such as family planning programs, contraception availability, education about smaller families, and economic disincentives for having more children.

Related terms

One-child policy: This term refers to an extreme form of anti-natalist policy where families were limited to having only one child in certain countries like China.

Contraception: Contraception refers to methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy. It is often promoted as part of anti-natalist policies.

Population Control: This term encompasses various strategies employed by governments or organizations with the goal of managing or reducing population growth.