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Question
List and explain in brief three methods of contraception.
Solution
Contraceptive methods are used to avoid pregnancy. The three methods are
(i) Mechanical barrier: Condoms on the penis or similar coverings worn in the vagina can serve this purpose. These barriers do not allow sperms to reach the egg.
(ii) Use of contraceptive pills: The contraceptive pills prevent the release of and fertilisation cannot occur.
(iii) Contraceptive devices: In this method, loop or the copper-T are placed in the uterus to prevent pregnancy.
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