Question

List four points of significance of reproductive health in a society. Name any two areas related to the reproductive health which have improved over the past 50 years in our country.

Answer 1

Reproductive health is a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality.

Significance of reproductive health in a society:

1. It prevents the spread of various sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

2. Proper medication and checkups will help in the production of healthy children.

3. Better sex education and awareness help in maintaining the population and prevent the population explosion.

4. Unwanted pregnancies are avoided.

The reproductive health in India has improved tremendously over the past 50 years. The areas in which reproductive health has improved includes,

1. Prevention of unwanted pregnancies by using contraceptives have shown the development of health in women.

2. Awareness of advantages of small families by using contraceptives has led to economic growth of the family.