| ID | 095192 |
| Title Proper | Population policy and eugenic theory |
| Other Title Information | implications of China's ratification of the United Nations convention on the rights of persons with disabilities |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Petersen, Carole J |
| Publication | 2010. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is the first new human rights treaty of the 21st century. China was an early supporter of the CRPD and became East Asia's first State Party in 2008. This article discusses how the CRPD protects the rights of persons with disabilities to life, marriage and procreation, and analyses China's population policy, which continues to reflect eugenic theories. As China did not file any reservations, it is now obligated to reform laws and policies that conflict with the CRPD. |
| `In' analytical Note | China: An International Journal Vol. 8, No. 1; Mar 2010: p85-109 |
| Journal Source | China: An International Journal Vol. 8, No. 1; Mar 2010: p85-109 |
| Key Words | Population Policy ; Eugenic Theory ; China - Ratification ; United Nations Convention ; CRPD |