Malthusianism

Malthusianism is a theory proposed by economist Thomas Malthus in the late 18th century, suggesting that population growth tends to outpace food production. Malthus argued that unless controlled by factors like famine, war, or disease, the population would exceed the resources available to sustain it, leading to catastrophes. This concept highlights the potential for overpopulation to create societal stress and resource shortages, emphasizing the importance of balancing population growth with sustainable resource management. Malthusian ideas have influenced discussions on population control and environmental sustainability throughout history.