A 25-year-old woman wants contraception that also protects against STIs. Which method would be most suitable?

Condoms

The correct answer is Option (3) – Condoms

STI Protection: Condoms (both male and female) are the only contraceptive method listed that provides protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV."Use of condoms has increased in recent years due to its additional benefit of protecting the user from contracting STIs and AIDS." Condoms are "disposable, can be self-inserted and thereby gives privacy to the user" 'Nirodh' is mentioned as a popular brand of male condom in India

Other options don't protect against STIs:

• a) Oral pills - Only prevent pregnancy, no STI protection
• b) Copper-T (IUD) - Only prevents pregnancy, no STI protection
• d) Tubectomy - Permanent sterilization, no STI protection