Question

Which of the following is an IUCD?
A. Copper-T
B. Diaphragm
C. Oral Pills
D. Tubectomy

Answer 1

Hint:This is a device that is implanted into the uterus of the woman. It works by preventing sperm from reaching the egg.

Complete answer:
Contraceptive methods are usually employed for prevention of unwanted pregnancies. They can be broadly grouped into various methods namely Natural/Traditional, Barrier, IUDs, Oral contraceptives, Implants, Injectables, and Surgical methods.
Intra Uterine Contraceptive Devices IUCDs are a contraceptive device that is inserted into the uterus of the woman through the vagina. It consists of a plastic and copper and is shaped like a T. Two threads are attached to the IUCD and pass through the womb's (cervix) neck to lie inside the vagina. These allow for an easy removal of the IUCD. IUCDs increase sperm phagocytosis inside the uterus, and the copper ions released inhibit sperm motility and fertilising capacity.
Diaphragms are barriers made of rubber which are inserted into the female reproductive tract during coitus to protect the cervix. They prevent conception by preventing the entry of sperm into the cervix.
Another contraception strategy used by the females is the use of small doses of either progestin or combination of progestogen-estrogen that are administered orally. They are used in tablet form, and are thus popularly called pills.
Tubectomy is a surgical method of contraception. In this method, a small portion of the fallopian tube is either removed or tied through an incision in the abdomen or through vagina.

Thus, the correct answer is Copper-T.

Note:An ideal contraceptive should be easily available, effective, user-friendly, and reversible and have fewer side effects. However, there are some risks associated with their use