Population regulation refers to the various methods and policies implemented by a government or society in order to control population growth or decline. These measures can include birth control policies, immigration restrictions, healthcare initiatives, and social programs.
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One Child Policy: This was a policy implemented in China from 1979 to 2015 that limited most urban couples to only having one child. It aimed to curb population growth but resulted in unintended consequences such as gender imbalances.
Family Planning Programs: These are initiatives designed to provide information, resources, and access to contraceptive methods for individuals and couples to plan their families according to their desired family size.
Migration Policies: These refer to regulations put in place by governments regarding internal or international migration. They can include restrictions on movement, incentives for migration to specific regions, or efforts to retain skilled workers within a country.