Under the English Poor Laws of 1601, the government was responsible for insuring the well-being of the elderly population.

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The English Poor Laws of 1601 aimed to provide relief for the poor, including the elderly, but did not specifically ensure the well-being of the elderly population. The responsibility was more about managing poverty and providing basic assistance rather than comprehensive welfare.

Under the English Poor Laws of 1601, the Government Was