Unintended Consequences In Policies Making

In the 19th century, under British colonial rule, the city of Delhi faced a significant issue with venomous cobras roaming the streets. The British authorities, concerned for the safety of their residents and families, decided to implement a program to reduce the number of cobras. They offered a reward for every dead cobra brought in by the locals, hoping to incentivize the population to help eliminate the problem.
The Cobra Effect in Action

Initially, the program seemed to be a success. Residents began to bring in dead cobras, and the population of these dangerous snakes appeared to be decreasing. However, some locals soon realized that they could make a living by breeding cobras specifically for the purpose of collecting the bounty.