Eugenics-based policies refer to government or societal practices that aim to improve the genetic quality of a population by regulating reproduction and encouraging selective breeding. These policies are often based on the belief that certain traits should be promoted while others should be discouraged or eliminated.
Related terms
Genetic engineering: The manipulation of an organism's genes to create desired traits or eliminate unwanted ones.
Selective breeding: The intentional mating of organisms with specific desirable traits in order to produce offspring with those same traits.
Positive eugenics: Policies or practices aimed at promoting reproduction among individuals with desirable genetic qualities.