Which one of the following is tested by the technique of amniocentesis?

1. Biochemical abnormalities in the foetus

2. Errors of metabolism in the foetus

3. Chromosomal abnormalities in the foetus

4. All of the above

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Consider the given two statements:
Assertion (A): India has made prenatal sex determination illegal.
Reason (R): Amniocentesis can be misused for pre-natal sex determination.
 
1. (A) is False but (R) is True
2. Both (A) and (R) are True and (R) explains (A).
3. Both (A) and (R) are True but (R) does not correctly explain (A).
4. (A) is True but (R) is False.
Subtopic:  Introduction | Contraception: Natural Methods | Medical Termination of Pregnancy |
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Consider the given two statements:
I: India is the most populous country in the world.
II: The birth rate of India has shown a steady increase over the last decade.
Of the given two statements:
1. Only I is correct 
2. Only II is correct 
3. Both I and II are correct 
4. Both I and II are incorrect
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Oral contraceptive combination pills:
I: Inhibit ovulation
II: May prevent implantation
III: Retard passage of sperms through the cervix
 
1. Only I and II are correct
2. Only I and III are correct
3. Only II and III are correct
4. I, II and III are correct
Subtopic:  Hormonal Contraceptives, Emergency Contraception & Terminal Methods |
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Consider the two statements 
I: Multiload −375 is a Cu releasing IUD
II: Levonorgesterel is an oestrogen 
 1. Only I is correct 
2. Only II is correct 
3. Both I and II are correct 
4. Both I and II are incorrect
Subtopic:  Contraception: Barrier Methods & IUDs |
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Which of the following statements about safe sex practices are correct?
I: Using a condom during sexual intercourse can help prevent STIs and unwanted pregnancies.
II: Abstinence from sexual activity is the most reliable method of preventing STIs and unwanted pregnancies.
III: Spermicides are highly effective in preventing pregnancy as well as STIs.
1. I and II only
2. II and III only
3. I and III only
4. I, II and III
Subtopic:  Contraception: Barrier Methods & IUDs | Hormonal Contraceptives, Emergency Contraception & Terminal Methods |
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The mechanism of action of Copper IUDs includes:
1. Preventing ovulation
2. Thickening cervical mucus to prevent sperm entry
3. Releasing hormones to prevent implantation
4. Creating a local inflammatory reaction toxic to sperm
Subtopic:  Contraception: Barrier Methods & IUDs |
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Consider the given two statements:
Assertion (A): The use of natural methods for contraception involves almost nil side effects.
Reason (R): Natural methods work on the principle of avoiding chances of ovum and sperms meeting.
 
1. Both (A) and (R) are True and (R) correctly explains (A)
2. Both (A) and (R) are True but (R) does not correctly explain (A)
3. (A) is True, (R) is False
4. (A) is False, (R) is True
Subtopic:  Contraception: Natural Methods |
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Read the following statements 
Statement X: An ideal contraceptive should be user-friendly, easily available, effective and irreversible with no or least side-effects
Statement Y: 'Nirodh' is a popular brand of condom for females 
Choose the correct option regarding the above statements from the following 
1. Both statements are correct 
2. Both statements are incorrect 
3. Only X is correct 
4. Only Y is correct 
Subtopic:  Contraception: Barrier Methods & IUDs |
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Consider the given two statements:
Assertion (A): Multiload-375 is an IUD which helps in contraception.
Reason (R): It releases synthetic hormone which suppresses sperm motility and its fertilising capacity.
 
1. Both (A) and (R) are True and the (R) is the correct explanation of the (A).
2. Both (A) and (R) are True and the (R) is not the correct explanation of the (A).
3. (A) is True but (R) is False.
4. Both (A) and (R) are False.
Subtopic:  Contraception: Barrier Methods & IUDs |
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