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प्रश्न
What is contraception ? List three reasons for adopting contraceptive methods.
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उत्तर
Contraception is an act to prevent pregnancy or conception (hence contra-contary conception)
Reasons for contraception :
1 . Population explosion : As the world population is largely growing, the individuals are taking into consideration the need for contaception.
2 . Decreased risk of STDs : Barrier methods of contraception such as condoms and vaginal caps sub due the sexual contact and hence a diminished risk of STD.
3 . Family planning : By the act of contraception, many individuals can place when to start their family thinking about the social and economic impact.
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| Age in Years |
% of full height | |
| Boys | Girls | |
| 8 | 72% | 77% |
| 9 | 75% | 81% |
| 10 | 78% | 84% |
| 11 | 81% | 88% |
| 12 | 84% | 91% |
| 13 | 88% | 95% |
| 14 | 92% | 98% |
| 15 | 95% | 99% |
| 16 | 98% | 99.5% |
| 17 | 99% | 100% |
| 18 | 100% | 100% |
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