the idea to improve the human species by selective breeding is called eugenics. the name was proposed by francis galton, a bright scientist who meant to do good. he said that the human stock (gene pool) should be improved by selective breeding policies. this would mean that those who were considered "good stock" would receive a reward if they reproduced. however, other people suggested that those considered "bad stock" would need to undergo compulsory sterilization, prenatal testing and birth control. the german nazi government (1933–1945) used eugenics as a cover for their extreme racial policies, with dreadful results.