Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Reproductive Health

Question:

Which of the following is not a female contraceptive?

Options:

IUD

Cervical caps

Vasectomy

Pills

Correct Answer:

Vasectomy

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Vasectomy 

  • Vasectomy is a surgical procedure for male sterilization. It involves cutting or blocking the vas deferens to prevent sperm from being released during ejaculation. It is a form of male contraception.
  • The other options are female contraceptives:
    • IUD (Intrauterine Device): These are devices inserted by doctors or expert nurses in the uterus through vagina. These Intra Uterine Devices are presently available as the non-medicated IUDs (e.g., Lippes loop), copper releasing IUDs (CuT, Cu7, Multiload 375) and the hormone releasing IUDs (Progestasert, LNG-20).
    • Cervical caps: A barrier method that covers the cervix to block sperm.
    • Pills (Oral Contraceptives): Hormonal pills taken by women to prevent ovulation.