Question : List three techniques that have been developed to prevent pregnancy. Which one of these techniques is not meant for males? How does the use of these techniques have a direct impact on the health and prosperity of a family ?

Question : List three techniques that have been developed to prevent p

1.	Question : List three techniques that have been developed to prevent pregnancy. Which one of these techniques is not meant for males? How does the use of these techniques have a direct impact on the health and prosperity of a family ?
Answer» Solution :Different methods of contraception are : (i) Barrier method - Where physical barriers like condoms (worn over PENIS), diaphragm (used by females), cervical cap and Copper-T (an IUCD) are used. (ii) Chemical method - Spermicidal APPLICATIONS by women, vaginal pills or oral contraceptive pills (OCPS) are used. OCPs are hormonal preparations which alter the hormonal level in female body. Use of OCPs is not meant for males. (iii) Surgical method - Portion of vas deferens in MALE (vasectomy) or portion of fallopian tube in females (tubectomy) is cut or ligated. This stops release of gametes, preventing fertilisation. Contraceptive methods should be adopted as: • They help in spacing two children. • Thus helps in maintaining a woman.s health • Better care of mother and child. • ALSO prevention of sexually transmitted diseases on using condoms. • This results in better productivity of a family and hence more prosperity.