5. Given below are two columns.

In Column I the names of four contraceptive

Lesson – Reproductive Health devices are given and in Column II the modes of action of the contraceptives are
CBSE SAMPLE and Previous Year Questions given. Select the option where the contraceptive devices are correctly matched
with their respective modes of action. (CBSE
1. A female undergoing IVF treatment has blocked fallopian tubes. The technique QP 2022-23)
by which the embryo with more than 8 blastomeres will be transferred into the Column I Column II
female for further development is – (Contraceptive devices) (Modes of action)
A. ZIFT B. GIFT C. IUT D. AI P. Lippes loop i. Inhibition of ovulation
Q. Multiload 375 ii. Phagocytosis of sperms in uterus
2. A human male decides to adopt a surgical method for contraception. Identify R. Subcutaneous Norplant iii. Causes thickening of cervical mucous
the point in the diagram where a cut would be made and tied. S. Saheli iv. Makes cervix hostile to sperms
Options :
(a) P-ii, Q-iv, R-iii, S-i (b) P-i, Q-ii, R-iii, S-iv
(c) P-iii, Q-i, R-iv, S-ii (d) P-iv, Q-iii, R-ii, S-i

6. Given below are Column A with a list of certain Assisted Reproductive

Technologies (ART) and in Column B the procedures followed during ART :
Column A Column B
S. No. Names of ART [Link]. Procedures
A GIFT (i) Transfer of ovum from a donor into the
fallopian tube of another female
(a) Point S (b) Point R B ICSI (ii) Transfer of semen from the donor into
(c) Point Q (d) Point P the vagina of the female
C ZIFT (iii) Injecting sperms directly into the ovum
3. The mode of action of the copper ions in an IUD is to - D IUI (iv) Transfer of early embryos into the
(CBSE SQP Term-1, 2021-22) fallopian tube
A. increase the movement of sperms. Choose the option where ART correctly matches with the procedure –
B. decrease the movement of the sperms. (a) A-(i) B-(ii) C-(iii) D-(iv) (b) A-(iv) B-(i) C-(ii) D-(iii)
C. make the uterus unsuitable for implantation. (c) A-(iv) B-(iii) C-(i) D-(ii) (d) A-(i) B-(iii) C-(iv) D-(ii)
D. make the cervix hostile to the sperms.
7. Given below are Column A with four aspects of Reproductive Health and their
4. An infertile couple was advised to undergo In vitro fertilization by the doctor. related information in Column B
Out of the options given below, select the correct stage for transfer to the fallopian Column A Column B
tube for successful results? (CBSE SQP 2022-23) S. No. Terms used in Reproductive [Link]. Significant
(a) Zygote only (b) Zygote or early embryo upto 8 blastomeres Health Information
(c) Embryos with more than 8 blastomeres (d) Blastocyst Stage A MTP (i) Analysing foetal cells
from the amniotic
fluid of the foetus
B Amniocentesis (ii) Legalised in 1971 Identify the most appropriate technique depicted in the above diagram.
C Saheli (iii) Programme initiated in (A) IUT (B) IUI (C) ICSI (D) ZIFT
1951
D Family Planning (iv) Non-steroidal oral Assertion-Reason Questions
contraceptive Following questions contain two statements are given one labelled as Assertion
Select the correct match from the following options - (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R). Select the correct answer to these
(a) A-(iv) B-(iii) C-(i) D-(i) (b) A-(ii) B-(i) C-(iv) D-(iii) questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below.
(c) A-(i) B-(iii) C-(ii) D-(iv) (d) A-(ii) B-(i) C-(iii) D-(iv)
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct
explanation of the Assertion (A).
8. The periodic abstinence by a couple for family planning should be from : (b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct
(A) Day 5 to 10 of menstrual cycle (B) Day 13 to 15 of menstrual cycle explanation of the Assertion (A).
(C) Day 10 to 17 of menstrual cycle (D) Day 16 to 20 of menstrual cycle (c) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
9. Study the table given below :
(CBSE SQP Term-1, 2021-22)
11. Assertion: Lactational amenorrhea is the natural method of contraception.
Reason: It increases the phagocytosis of sperm.

12. Assertion: Saheli, an oral contraceptive for females, contains a steroidal

preparation.
Reason: It is a "once a week" pill with very few side effects.
Select the option where contraceptive/contraceptive method are correctly matched
with their mode of action. (CBSE QP 2022-23)
(A) A – III, B – II, C – I, D – IV (B) A – II, B – III, C – I, D – IV 13 . Assertion: Determining the sex of an unborn child followed by MTP is an
(C) A – III, B – I, C – IV, D – II (D) A – IV, B – III, C – II, D – I illegal practice.
Reason: Amniocentesis is a practice to test the presence of genetic disorders also.
10. Observe the schematic representation of assisted reproductive technology
given below : 14. Assertion (A) : The laws of our country permit legal adoption and it is as yet,
one of the best methods for childless couples looking for parenthood.
Reason (R) : Emotional, religious and social factors are no deterrents to the legal
adoption of orphaned and destitute children in India.

15. State the composition and principle of oral pills as a contraceptive measure
taking the example of Saheli. (CBSE QP 2020-21)

16. (i) Expand the abbreviations given below, used for different modes of assisted
reproductive technologies : (CBSE QP 2022-23)
 (1) ZIFT (2) ICSI (3) IUT (4) GIFT (a) What is the destination for blastomeres with a count of less than 8 cells and
(ii) Which one of them cannot be considered as a procedure of IVF ? Give more than 8 cells?
reasons in support of your answer. (b) What could be the reason behind transferring to the destinations identified in
(a)?
17. Expand and explain the following techniques used in the “Test tube Baby’ (c) What techniques are used to transfer the blastomeres to the destinations
programme. identified in (a)?
(a) GIFT (b) ZIFT (c) IUI
18. Name and explain a surgical contraceptive method that can be adopted by the 22. A Non-Government Organisation (NGO) aims to increase awareness against
male partner of a couple. (CBSE QP 2022-23) STDs.
(a) What could be the ideal target age group for the NGO?
19. A pregnant human female was advised to undergo MTP. It was diagnosed that (b) Mention any TWO potential long-term health-related complications of
the foetus she was carrying had developed from a zygote having 45 chromosomes untreated STDs that the NGO should educate the target age group about.
with only one X chromosome. (c) Mention ONE contraceptive method that provides protection against the
a) What is this condition called and how does it arise? STD. Justify.
b) Why was she advised to undergo MTP? (d) State TWO contraceptive methods that do not protect against STDs that
they can educate the group about
(CBSE SQP 2023-24)
20. Placed below are case studies of some couples who were not able to have kids. 23. Amey and Lalita are expecting their first child, with Lalita being in her second
These couples are not ready for adoption or taking gametes from donors. After month of pregnancy with no known complications. Amey's family has a history of
thoroughly examining the cases, which Assisted Reproductive Technology will cystic fibrosis while Lalita's family has a history of Down's syndrome, leading to
you suggest to these couples as a medical expert? Explain briefly with a concern that the baby may have one of these conditions.
justification of each case. (a) Suggest and explain a way of testing if their baby is at risk for any genetic
disorders.
Couple Test report of Female Test report of male Partner (b) In case of the presence of one or both of the abnormalities and posing a risk to
Partner the mother's health, mention one possible option for them to consider.
Couple 1 Normal Reports Normal sperms in testes, (c) Is the process mentioned in (b) safe for Lalita at the current gestational age?
missing connection in Justify.
epididymis and Vas deferens (d) Under what conditions is the process mentioned in (b) illegal?
Couple 2 Blockage in the fallopian Normal reports
tube (CBSE QP 2023-24)
Couple 3 Normal reports Poor semen parameters in 24. Explain the mode of action of contraceptive pills taken by human females.
terms of count, motility and Mention the schedule to be followed for effective outcome.
morphology
Couple 4 Low ovarian reserve Normal reports 25. Write the basic steps followed in the Assisted Reproductive Technologies
Couple 5 Sterilization Morphologically abnormal (ART) programme to help childless couples. Why is it also known as test tube
sperms baby programme ?

21. As part of assisted reproductive technologies (ART), 26. (a) Why is “in vitro fertilisation (IVF)” so named ? State its importance.
 (b) Distinguish between GIFT and ZIFT. of Cystic fibrosis while Radha’s family has a history of Down’s syndrome,
leading to a concern that the baby may have one of these conditions.
27. Name any two copper releasing intra-uterine devices. State two reasons that (a) Suggest and explain a way of testing if their baby is at risk for any genetic
make them effective contraceptives. disorders.
(b) In case of presence of one or both the abnormalities and posing a risk to
28. Oral contraceptives are widely accepted for controlling the increasing rate of mother’s health, mention one possible option for them to consider. Is that option
population. Name the two important components of oral contraceptives. Why is safe for Radha at the current gestational age ? Justify.
‘Saheli’ considered a preferred contraceptive by women ? (c) Under what conditions is the process mentioned in (b) illegal?

29. Explain the IUI and IUT methods of assisted reproductive technologies. 38. (a) List two reasons that make copper releasing IUD’s as effective
contraceptives.
30. State the procedure followed in the technique of amniocentesis. List any two (b) Explain how the intake of oral contraceptive pills prevent pregnancy in
advantages of this technique. humans.

31. (a) Mention the advantages of ‘ART’ 39. Assertion (A) : ‘Saheli’, an oral contraceptive inhibits ovulation and increases
(b) Explain the ‘ICSI’ and ‘AI’ methods of assisted reproductive technologies. phagocytosis of sperms.
Reason (R) : It is a non-steroidal preparation.
32. (a) Intensely lactating mothers generally do not conceive. Why ?
(b) Our government has intentionally imposed strict conditions for MTP. Why ? 40. (a) Explain what is meant by the term MTP. What was the main reason to
legalize MTP by the Government of India ?
33. What is artificial insemination in ART ? Under what conditions is the person OR
medically advised to go for it ? (b) Name any two STIs which might occur in a human female. State its two early
symptoms.
34. Mention one advantage and one disadvantage of amniocentesis.
41. Assertion (A) : Cu-T, Cu-7 and LNG-20 are the most widely used copper-
(CBSE SQP 2024-25) releasing IUDs.
35. (i) A blood test reported negative for hCG. Reason (R) : Cu-ions in IUDs effectively suppress sperm motility and the
What does negative hCG imply? Name the tissue which produces hCG? fertilising capacity of sperms.
(ii) If a blood test reported positive for hCG in a person, then which other
hormones would also be secreted by the tissue secreting hCG? 42. (a) Explain what is meant by the term amniocentesis. How is this technique
misused in India ?
(CBSE QP 2024-25) OR
36. Assertion: Saheli is the World’s first non-steroidal oral contraceptive pill. (b) Name any two VDs which might occur in a human female. State any two
Reason: It has been developed by National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi. complications in a female if it is left untreated.

37. Shyam and Radha are expecting their first child with Radha being in her 43. Assertion (A) : Male contraceptive ‘Nirodh’ works on the principle of
second month of pregnancy with no complications. Shyams’s family has a history avoiding chances of ovum and sperm meeting.
Reason (R) : It is made of thin rubber/latex sheath and is used to cover the penis
before coitus.

44. (a) Why are restrictions imposed on MTP in India ? Up to how many weeks or
trimesters, is MTP considered relatively safe for a female, if necessary to perform,
by a medical practitioner ?
OR
(b) Expand PID. Name any two common viral infections transmitted through
sexual contact in human females.

(CBSE SQP 2025-26)

45. Suggest a suitable contraceptive device for the following cases with
justification.
(i) Mohini does not want to take the risk of conception and sexually transmitted
infections (STIs).
(ii) Lalita has two children and does not want any more children.
(iii) Geeta wants a contraceptive that she can take till she wants to avoid
conception and can resume back to her fertile life without the intervention of the
doctor. Also, it should have a lower failure rate.