Question

Statement 1: Condoms, besides preventing pregnancy, protects couples from getting infected by sexually transmitted diseases.
Statement 2: Oral contraceptive pills taken give a better safeguard against any sexually transmitted diseases.

Choose the correct option.

• A. Both the statements are true
• B. Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false
• C. Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true
• D. Both the statements are false

Answer 1

The correct option is B Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false

Condoms are the physical barriers made of a thin rubber latex sheath, worn on the erect penis to prevent any exchange of body fluids or semen during sexual intercourse. An intact latex condom forms an effective and impermeable barrier for the body fluids. Using a condom is one of the easiest, practical and effective means of preventing unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases. Using latex condoms correctly and consistently reduces the risk of getting infected by any type of sexually transmitted diseases.
There are numerous orally administered pills marketed nowadays. These pills are generally made up of some doses of hormones that obstruct or inhibit ovulation and implantation, as well as alter the quality of cervical mucus to either retard or prevent the entry of sperms. These pills are taken orally and they are unable to provide protection against STDs.