Sexual and Reproductive Rights Overview

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Which element is essential to the World Health Organization's definition of reproductive health?

Absence of disease or disability and complete physical, mental, and social well-being. (correct)
Access to advanced medical technologies.
Mandatory genetic testing for all couples.
Government funded reproductive services.

What is the primary aim of integrating life enrichment into reproductive health services?

To give counseling only regarding sexually transmitted infections.
To enrich the lives and personal relationships of individuals. (correct)
To boost specific medical procedures.
To provide only medical care.

What should individuals and couples be able to do freely, according to the description of sexual and reproductive rights?

Expose themself to violence during the process
Follow governmental population mandates.
Decide when and how to pressure others.
Decide on the number and spacing of their children. (correct)

What aspect of women's rights is closely linked to the development of reproductive rights?

Development of human rights. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which international document provides that men and women of marriageable age have the right to marry and start a family without being subject to any restrictions based on race, citizenship or religion?

Universal Declaration of Human Rights. (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), what specific rights do women have regarding children?

The right to decide freely and reasonably on the number and timing of their children. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What specific measure does the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) call for regarding the sale of women?

CEDAW calls for states to prohibit all forms of sale of women. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Convention on the Rights of the Child, what should states ensure regarding medical care for children?

No child is denied the right to medical care. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Declaration of the World Conference on Human Rights (1993) declare regarding basic rights?

Outlines economic, social, and cultural rights. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What specific aspect of women's health is recognized and affirmed in the United Nations International Conference on Population and Development?

Women's right to control all aspects of their health including fertility. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What commitment was made at the 4th World Women's Conference in Beijing (1995) concerning discrimination against women?

To eliminate all forms of discrimination against women and girls. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Council of Europe Convention (Istanbul Convention) address concerning female circumcision?

States Parties shall take the necessary legislative or other measures to ensure that intentional acts of mutilation, infibulation or disabling of all or part of a woman's labia majora, labia minora or clitoris are not practiced. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which global issue is addressed by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) regarding women and girls?

Stopping trafficking, sexual exploitation and all forms of violence. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the International Planned Parenthood Federation declare regarding access to 'Safe Motherhood' practices?

No one’s life should be endangered because of pregnancy childbirth or gender. Within the framework of this right, “Safe Motherhood” practices should spread throughout society. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must an individual have to undergo medical intervention regarding their reproductive and sexual health, according to the Declaration on Reproductive and Sexual Rights?

Full, free, and informed consent. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the right to equality in reproductive and sexual life ensure for all individuals, regardless of their circumstances?

That all human beings are born free and equal. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Right to Privacy entail concerning reproductive and sexual health?

The ability to make autonomous decisions about one's reproductive and sexual life. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What right must individuals respect concerning reproductive and sexual health according to the right to freedom of thought?

Individuals have access to reproductive information through any media. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the right to information and education in reproductive and sexual life include?

The right to free access to information and education on this subject. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Right to Freedom of Assembly and Participation include?

The right to establish and participate in an NGO to promote reproductive and sexual health and rights. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What right do people have regarding the decision of whether or when to have children?

The right to decide whether or not to have children and the right to access family planning methods to exercise this right. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following ensures the right to receive healthcare and health protection in reproductive and sexual life?

Everyone has the right to the highest attainable level of physical and mental health. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized regarding access to scientific developments in reproductive and sexual health?

All people have the right to enjoy the benefits of scientific progress. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which freedom applies to medical professionals with respect to family planning and voluntary abortion services?

Medical personnel have the right to conscientious objection in family planning and voluntary abortion services. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should people not be subjected to when pursuing medical or scientific diagnosis and treatment?

People should not be subjected to torture, cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment, and to receive medical or scientific diagnosis and treatment without free and informed consent. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Interdisciplinary cooperation, especially with nurses and midwives, is considered inevitable when?

Preventing child marriages. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In addition to the roles of practitioners, educators, managers and researchers related to their professions, which of the following is a contemporary role?

Advocating for human and women's rights, ensuring gender equality, strengthening the social position and roles of young girls and women. (C) Signup and view all the answers

The Turkish Civil Code was adopted by the Turkish Grand National Assembly to do all EXCEPT:

Create gender discrimination. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a situation where a judge may allow a man or woman who has reached the age of 17 to marry with the new civil law?

However and in extraordinary reason, a judge may allow a man or woman who has reached the age of 17 to marry. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Turkish Civil Code regarding Turkish Criminal Law, what has been removed from the text of the article?

The definition of distinction between women and girls. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned regarding the event that the crime of sexual assault is committed against the spouse?

In the event that the crime of sexual assault is committed against the spouse., the investigation and prosecution are subject to the complaint of the victim. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How is sexual harassment in the workplace recognized and addressed in Turkish Criminal Law?

The concept of sexual harassment in the workplace has been introduced, the qualified forms of the crime of sexual harassment have been determined, and sexual harassment against a person by abusing their influence arising from the service is punished higher than the basic form of the crime. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In Turkish Criminal Law, what happens if remorseful people require a suspended sentence are regulated and the abducted or detained person and one of the accused or convicts marry?

It will not be possible to reduce or postpone their sentences or delete these sentences. (D) Signup and view all the answers

By adding the expression "with the motive of honor to the article regulating the qualified cases of the crime of the intentional murder, what has been accepted?

That the perpetrators of honor killings will be punished with the highest penalty. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What will happen to any family members, or relatives who kill a woman who was sexually assaulted on the grounds of honor?

Family members and other relatives who kill a woman who was sexually assaulted on the grounds of honor cannot benefit from the unfair provocation discount. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to Turkish Criminal Law, what sentence will a wman receive if she aborts her child with a gestation period of more than 10 weeks?

She is sentenced to imprisonment for up to one year or a judicial fine. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the punishment of the crime to the perpetrator if there is the crime involved in a situation that causes the victim's physical or mental health to deteriorate?

The crime of sexual assault is punished with a heavier penalty. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under the heading of Torture in Turkish Criminal Law, what happens if the crime is committed against a child, a person who is physically or mentally incapable of defending themself or a pregnant woman?

A prison sentence of eight to fifteen is imposed. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned regarding to genital exams and decisions in Turkish Criminal Law?

Judge or court should decide who should perform said exams. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under Turkish labor law, what happens in the event that the employee is sexually harassed?

The employee has the right to terminate the job immediately for a just cause. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Under Turkish labor law, gender, marital status and family obligations, pregnancy, and childbirth:

Cannot be valid reasons for termination of the employment contract. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many hours can a pregnant women work?

Only can work 8 hours, nor more than 16 hours . (C) Signup and view all the answers

How long are female civil servants given to breastfeed leave per day to breastfeed their children under one year of age?

Female workers are given a total of one and a half hours . (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does Law NO. 2827 on population planning recognize:

Contraceptive Methods, Termination of Pregnancy Sterilization Processes. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Until what time in the week of pregnancy abortion can take place if the mother has medical condition ?

10th week of pregnancy if there is no medical problem for the mother's health. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes reproductive health, according to the definition provided?

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being related to the reproductive system. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which element is crucial for individuals and couples to possess when deciding on the number and spacing of their children?

Necessary information to make decisions freely, without violence or discrimination. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, what fundamental right do men and women of marriageable age possess?

The right to marry and start a family without restrictions based on race, citizenship, or religion. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), states parties should prohibit all forms of exploitation of women. Which of the following should they also be prohibited from?

Exploitation of women in prostitution. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In cases where the full implementation of rights is sought, what specific actions shall states parties involved with the Convention on the Rights of the Child take to fully implement these rights?

Integrate readily available techniques for combating disease and malnutrition. (D) Signup and view all the answers

The Declaration of the World Conference on Human Rights includes the right to physical and mental health. What are some other rights included in this declaration?

Right to work, fair working conditions, joining a union, and adequate living standards. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What explicit recognition was affirmed during the United Nations International Conference on Population and Development?

Women's right to control all aspects of their health, especially their fertility. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of measure was committed at the 4th World Women's Conference in Beijing (1995)?

Eliminate all forms of discrimination against women to advance and empower them. (D) Signup and view all the answers

The Council of Europe Convention addresses female circumcision. What is one of the requirements of the Council?

Ensuring that intentional acts of female circumcision are identified as violence. (C) Signup and view all the answers

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) address global issues. Which is one of those global issues?

Stopping trafficking and sexual exploitation of women and girls. (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the International Planned Parenthood Federation, what should be spread to the whole society?

'Safe Motherhood' practices. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element related to freedom that an individual should have with regard to their reproductive and sexual health, according to the right to freedom in reproduction?

Freedom to control one's reproductive and sexual life. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Within the framework of the right to equality in reproductive and sexual life, what steps should be taken?

Laws prohibiting discrimination against any minority group and their effective implementation. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the right to privacy in reproductive and sexual health, what services should the legal frameworks recognize?

Women's right to choose regarding reproduction and sexuality autonomously. (D) Signup and view all the answers

When considering the right to freedom of thought in reproductive and sexual life, what freedom should medical personnel have?

To conscientious objection in family planning and voluntary abortion services. (D) Signup and view all the answers

The right to information and education in reproductive and sexual life includes...

free access to information and education on this subject. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Safe, effective, and acceptable service delivery that offers the widest possible range of services helps to?

regulate fertility. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Turkish Civil Code adopted by the Turkish Grand National Assembly, what goal was explicitly addressed?

Observing the equality of men and women. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the updated Turkish Civil Law, what is the minimum age required to be married?

18 years old, but a judge can allow marriage at 17 under extraordinary circumstances. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a right now afforded to children out of wedlock, in the new civil law?

The right to inherit equally from the father's side, just like children in marriage. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does Turkish Civil Law define the legal parentage of a child born during marriage?

The husband is the father of the child if the child is born during the marriage or within three hundred days from the dissolution of the marriage. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what way did the Draft Turkish Penal Code address violence and equality?

By explicitly including regulations to better address gender equality and violence against women. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under Turkish Criminal Law, how are sexual crimes related to sexual inviolability handled?

They are considered as crimes against sexual inviolability under the heading of crimes against persons. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In Turkish Criminal Law, how is the concept of sexual harassment in the workplace addressed?

It is introduced as a concept with determined penalties. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In regards to those who commit crimes that require a suspended sentence, what does Turkish Criminal Law dictate if the convict marries the victim they abducted or detained?

The perpetrator is still not able to a lower or postpone their sentence. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a condition required in Turkish Criminal Law, for a conviction in a case of torture?

The victim may be a child, a person unable to defend themselves, or a pregnant woman. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is true about female workers in regard to Labor (Employment) Law?

It is essential that female workers are not employed for a total period of sixteen weeks, eight weeks before and eight weeks after birth. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of this Labor (Employment) Law, what are some limitations of a pregnant woman's working conditions?

A pregnant woman can only work more than 8 hours or not more than 16 hours. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In this Labor (Employment) Law, how long after birth should a new mother breastfeed?

A total of one and a half hours of breastfeeding. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is recognized in Law NO. 2827 on population planning?

Contraceptive methods, terminations of pregnancy, and sterilization processes. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the 10th week of pregnancy with Article 5?

If there is no medical problem for the mother's health, the uterus is evacuated upon request. (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to Article 6, what is needed for an abortion to occur in Turkish Civil Law?

If the woman is married, the consent of the spouse is also required. (D) Signup and view all the answers

For the case of Article 468. with a person who aborts a child, will they be severely punished?

Yes, heavy imprisonment is imposed. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is reproductive health?

This is not only the absence of disease and disability, but a complete state of physical, mental, and social well-being.

Purpose of reproductive health services?

To provide care and counseling services in reproductive and sexually transmitted diseases and enrich life and personal relationships.

Sexual and Reproductive Rights

Having the ability to decide on the number and timing of children, with necessary information, free from pressure, violence, or discrimination when accessing health services.