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China instituted a one-child policy in 1979 because the government recognized that

the country is the most populated in the world.
major cities were suffering from overcrowding.
the large aging population was draining the economy.
overpopulation would result in limited space and resources.

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overpopulation would result in limited space and resources. The policy was introduced to curb rapid population growth and reduce strain on food, land, services, and economic development.