Tibetan Transitions: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on Fertility, Family Planning, and Demographic Change

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The book explores population regulation in traditional Tibetan societies through anthropology and demography, documenting the shift from high to low fertility rates. It presents case studies from historical Tibet, the Tibet Autonomous Region, Nepal, and Tibetan exile communities, linking fertility changes to family systems, economic strategies, and gender equity. The analysis highlights the influence of governmental and religious institutions, individual agency on reproductive outcomes, and the role of demographic data in contemporary political discussions.