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What is the baby law in China?

Published in Family Planning Policies 1 min read

The "baby law" in China refers to the country's policies regarding the number of children families are allowed to have.

Historically, China's baby law was primarily defined by the one-child policy, but this has changed. Here's a breakdown:

  • The One-Child Policy (pre-2016): For much of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, most Chinese families were restricted to having only one child.

  • The Two-Child Policy (2016-2021): In late 2015, Chinese officials announced the end of the one-child policy. Beginning in early 2016, all families were allowed to have two children. However, this change did not lead to a sustained increase in birth rates.

It's important to note that specific regulations and enforcement of these policies could vary by region and demographic group within China.

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