Reproductive Health and Well-being

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What does reproductive health primarily refer to?

Only physical well-being of reproductive organs

Normal emotional and social aspects of reproduction

Total well-being in all aspects of reproduction (correct)

Only social and behavioural aspects of reproduction

What is the primary goal of family planning programmes in India?

To reduce population growth

To achieve total reproductive health as a social goal (correct)

To provide education on reproductive health

To improve overall health and wellness

In what year did India initiate its family planning programmes?

1951 (correct)

1950

1940

1960

What is a characteristic of a reproductively healthy society?

Normal emotional and behavioural interactions among people Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of maintaining reproductive health?

To achieve total reproductive health as a social goal Signup and view all the answers

What does the World Health Organisation (WHO) define as reproductive health?

Total well-being in all aspects of reproduction Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle behind co-sutural methods of contraception?

To prevent fertilization by avoiding the chances of ova and sperm meeting Signup and view all the answers

During which period is the chance of fertilization very high?

From day 10 to 12 of the menstrual cycle Signup and view all the answers

What is the method of contraception where the male partner withdraws from the vagina just before ejaculation?

Withdrawal or coitus interruptus Signup and view all the answers

What is lactational amenorrhea method based on?

The idea that ovulation and menstruation do not occur during the period of breastfeeding Signup and view all the answers

Up to how many months after parturition is lactational amenorrhea method effective?

Up to a maximum period of months Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of barrier methods of contraception?

To prevent physically meeting of sperm and ova Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 2017?

To reduce the incidence of pregnancy and mortality Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame after which a pregnancy can be terminated on certain grounds?

Between 12 weeks and 24 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a surgical intervention that blocks gamete transport and prevents conception?

Sterilisation Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure called in which a small part of the vas deferens is removed or tied up?

Vasectomy Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to consult qualified medical professionals when selecting a contraceptive method?

To ensure the method is suitable for the individual Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why people use contraceptives?

To prevent pregnancy or to delay or space pregnancy due to personal reasons Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP)?

Induced Abortion Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of total reproductive health is accounted for by MTPs performed annually?

1/5th Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for avoiding unprotected coitus?

To prevent Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common mode of transmission for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)?

Hugging an infected person Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)?

Fluid discharge Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of not seeking timely treatment for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)?

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Signup and view all the answers

What is the slogan associated with the campaign promoting small families?

Hum Do Hamare Do Signup and view all the answers

What is the new age of marriage for males as per the statutory raising of the marriageable age?

21 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of an ideal contraceptive method?

It should be friendly, easy to use, and have no or little side effects Signup and view all the answers

What is the category of contraceptives that includes Surgical Sterilization?

Surgical Sterilization Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the incentives given to couples with small families?

To tackle the problem of population growth Signup and view all the answers