Why is it necessary to stipulate that 18 years old is considered an adult? What's so special about 18?

According to the law, China people who have reached the age of 18 are citizens of China, that is to say, at this stage, all the functions of the human body begin to mature and are defined as "adults" by the society. They no longer enjoy the protection of minors, but they can enjoy any rights enjoyed by adults and begin to have the right to vote and stand for election.

Article 11 of the General Principles of the Civil Law stipulates: "/kloc-A citizen over 0/8 years old is an adult with full capacity for civil conduct, and can independently conduct civil activities, so he is a person with full capacity for civil conduct."

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The boundary between adults and minors: China's Constitution and other relevant laws, the legal boundary between minors and adults is very clear. According to the laws of China, reaching the age of 18 is a sign of adulthood. The Constitution stipulates that "every citizen who has reached the age of 18 has the right to vote and stand for election". The Law on the Protection of Minors stipulates: "Minors refer to citizens under the age of 18".

Rights and obligations: China citizens 18 years old have the right to vote and stand for election. Chapter II of the Constitution of People's Republic of China (PRC) stipulates the basic rights and obligations of citizens (see Articles 33 to 56 of the Constitution for details), in which Article 34 stipulates: "The people of China and citizens aged 18 years old, regardless of nationality, race, sex, occupation, family background, religious belief, education level, property status and length of residence.

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The legal boundary between minors and adults