eugenic sterilization

Eugenic sterilization refers to the practice of preventing certain individuals, often deemed unfit or undesirable due to hereditary conditions, from having children. This was based on the belief that sterilizing these individuals could improve the genetic quality of the population. It was implemented in various countries during the 20th century, often targeting marginalized groups, and was justified by flawed science. Today, it is widely criticized as a violation of human rights and ethics, as many were sterilized without consent or due process, leading to significant social and psychological harm.