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Question
State True/False with explanation.
Creating awareness about sex related aspects is an effective method to improve reproductive health of the people.
Options
True
False
Solution
This statement is True.
Explanation:
Making individuals more aware of sex-related issues such as correct information about reproductive organs, accessory organs of reproduction, safe and hygienic sexual practices, birth control methods, care of pregnant women, post-natal care of mother and child, and so on can help to improve their reproductive health.
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