Which of the following is NOT a potential ill-effect of contraceptives mentioned in the text?
Possible ill-effects of contraceptives include nausea, abdominal pain, breakthrough bleeding, irregular menstrual bleeding, or even breast cancer, though they are not very significant.
Question 62 of 187
📘 CLASS XII
What is the approximate number of MTPs performed in a year all over the world?
Nearly 45 to 50 million MTPs are performed annually all over the world, which accounts for about one-fifth of the total number of conceived pregnancies in a year.
Question 63 of 187
📘 CLASS XII
Which of the following barrier methods are reusable?
Diaphragms, cervical caps and vaults are made of rubber and are reusable, while both male and female condoms are disposable.
Question 64 of 187
📘 CLASS XII
Which factor is a major deterrent for people with STIs to seek timely detection and treatment?
The social stigma attached to STIs, along with less significant early symptoms, deters infected persons from seeking timely detection and proper treatment.
Question 65 of 187
📘 CLASS XII
What is the primary aim of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART)?
When corrective treatments for infertility are not possible, couples can be assisted to have children through special techniques known as assisted reproductive technologies (ART).
Question 66 of 187
📘 CLASS XII
In vasectomy, a small part of the vas deferens is removed or tied up through a small incision on the:
In vasectomy, a small part of the vas deferens is removed or tied up through a small incision on the scrotum.
Question 67 of 187
📘 CLASS XII
Which method involves the transfer of an embryo formed by in-vivo fertilisation into the fallopian tube of a surrogate mother?
The text mentions that embryos formed by in-vivo fertilisation (fusion of gametes within the female) could also be used for transfer to assist females who cannot conceive. It does not give a specific acronym for this exact scenario.
Question 68 of 187
📘 CLASS XII
The lactational amenorrhea method is based on the fact that _______ do not occur during intense lactation.
This method is based on the fact that ovulation and therefore the menstrual cycle do not occur during the period of intense lactation following childbirth.
Question 69 of 187
📘 CLASS XII
According to the MTP (Amendment) Act, 2017, what is a valid ground for termination of pregnancy?
One of the grounds for termination is if there is a substantial risk that if the child were born, it would suffer from such physical or mental abnormalities as to be seriously handicapped.
Question 70 of 187
📘 CLASS XII
Which of the following is NOT a reason for infertility?
Reasons for infertility can be many, including physical, congenital, diseases, drugs, immunological, or even psychological factors. Contraceptives are used to prevent pregnancy, not cause permanent infertility.
