Which one of the following is most widely accepted method of contraception in India?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → IUDs
Option (1) Vasectomy — Incorrect. Vasectomy is a terminal (surgical) method for men; it is permanent and so chosen by fewer couples.
Option (2) Coitus interruptus — Incorrect. This natural method (withdrawal before ejaculation) has a high failure rate.
Option (3) IUDs — Correct. IUDs such as CuT and Multiload 375 suit women who want to delay pregnancy or space children.
Option (4) Implants — Incorrect. Implants placed under the skin release progestogens and work like pills, but NCERT does not call them the most widely accepted method.
NCERT Extract:
Population Stabilisation and Birth Control – “… The hormone releasing IUDs, in addition, make the uterus unsuitable for implantation and the cervix hostile to the sperms. IUDs are ideal contraceptives for the females who want to delay pregnancy and/or space children. It is one of most widely accepted methods of contraception in India.”