Answer: Reduce unsafe, illegal abortions and associated maternal deaths.
- A Reduce unsafe, illegal abortions and associated maternal deaths
- B Promote sex-selective abortion
- C Increase the total fertility rate across the whole country
- D Replace all contraceptive methods
Correct answer: A. Reduce unsafe, illegal abortions and associated maternal deaths
Explanation: Legal MTP aims to reduce the large number of unsafe, illegal abortions that caused high maternal mortality, by providing safe, regulated termination.
Contraceptive methods span a spectrum from temporary/natural to permanent/surgical; condoms stand out as the only method offering STI protection alongside contraception.
Concept context
Understand reproductive health, family planning, contraception methods, STIs, population control, and assisted reproductive technologies.