Author:
Bongaarts John,Hodgson Dennis
Abstract
AbstractDuring the pre-transition phase from 1950 to 1970, the rapid population growth caused by high and stable fertility throughout the less developed world generated considerable concern and some controversy. Existing demographic theory could offer little evidence-based advice on fertility policy. When US based experts and advocates started a global population control movement, controversy developed over its origin, priorities and feasibility. During the transition’s rapid decline phase, from 1970 to 2000, several new controversies developed even as the pace of fertility decline increased: how effective are voluntary family programs; how much pressure should states exert over individual family size decisions; who should control the international policy agenda; and how should demographers interpret new economic and demographic trends.
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
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