Which of the following birth control measures can be considered as the safest?

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(a)

the rhythm method

(b)

the use of physical barriers

(c)

termination of unwanted pregnancy

(d)

sterilization techniques

Which of the following is the component of oral pills?

1

(a)

Progesterone

(b)

Oxytocin

(c)

Relaxin

(d)

None of these

The correct surgical procedure as a contraceptive method is:

1

(a)

Ovariectomy

(b)

Hysterectomy

(c)

Vasectomy

(d)

Castration

Cu ions released from copper releasing Intra Uterine Devices(IUDs)

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(a)

prevent ovulation

(b)

make uterus unsuitable for implantation

(c)

increase phagocytosis sperms

(d)

suppress sperm motility

Cu-T prevents pregnancy by preventing

1

(a)

Fertilization

(b)

ovulation

(c)

implantation of fertilized egg

(d)

none of these

Why is tubectomy considered a contractive method?

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(a)

In tubectomy the surgical intervention blocks the transport of ova and hence the conception;so it is considered a contraceptive method.

Mention any two events that are inhibited by the intake of oral contraceptive pills to prevent pregnancy in humans.

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(a)

Ovulation and implantaion.

Give one reason for a statutory ban on amniocentesis.

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(a)

It is misused for sex determination and female foeticide

Reproductive health refers only to healthy reproductive functions.Comment.

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(a)

Yes.Reproductive health is a state of physical, physiological, behavioural and social fitness for leading a responsible, safe and satisfying reproductive life.

Suggest the reproduction-related aspects in which counseling should be provided at the school level.

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(a)

Counseling should be provided to students about reproduction related problems as

(i) Students are experiencing physical, physiological and psychological changes during adolescence.

(ii) Students should be guided about harms of early sex, hygiene of reproductive organs and STDs.

 

Name any two copper releasing intrauterine Devices(IUDs). List two reasons that make them effective contraceptives.

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(a)

Why is 'Saheli' cosidered an effective contraceptive for womem to space children?

2

(a)

How are assisted reproductive technologies helpful to humans? How are ZIFT and GIFT different from intrauterine transfers?Explain

3

(a)

What are the measures one has to take to prevent from contracting STDs?

3

(a)

A joint large family living in small house face many problems.
(i) Suggest a few measures to check over-population.
(ii) Suggest any three propaganda campaign for restricting population control measures highlighting the safety of the persons.

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(a)

Explain the aspects of Demography.

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(a)