The Han Chinese are the majority ethnic group in China, making up an estimated 92% of the populationMinnesota State University: Han Chinese. They are the largest single ethnic group in the world.Minnesota State University: Han Chinese

The Han name derives from the Han Dynasty, during which many different tribes in China began joining along commonalities. It was the model for all future dynasties.Mental Floss: Cocktail Party Cheat Sheets: Han Dynasty The empire expanded considerably to the point that it rivaled the Roman Empire.China Institute: Han China/Ancient Rome Allegations of Han chauvinism are also common among China's Minority groups. Some Han resent the ethnic minorities of China, who are seen as having special privileges due to their race.BBC: China's minority fears (November 4, 2004) The Han ethnicity is itself a matter of some debate, with many scholars arguing that the many subdivision are, in fact, distinct ethnic groups.