Question

List three techniques that have been developed to prevent pregnancy. Which one of these techniques is not meant for males? How does the use of these techniques have a direct impact on the health and prosperity of a family?

Answer 1

Three techniques that have been developed to prevent pregnancy are :
(i) Mechanical Methods : Includes condoms, diaphragm, IUDs, etc.
(ii) Chemical Methods : Includes oral contraceptive pills, spermicide.
(iii) Surgical Method : Includes vasectomy and tubectomy.
The chemical methods are not meant for males.
The use of such contraceptive methods have various benefits, such as :
(1) Large size of families have a negative impact on the economic status of the family.
(ii) Having pregnancies at quick successions reduces mother's health and vitality. Use of contraceptive devices, thus, effects the maternal health status.
(iii) Some contraceptive devices (such as condoms) are also helpful in preventing sexually transmitted diseases.