Question

Assertion (A): Tubectomy is a temporary method of contraception for males in which the sperm ducts are cut and ligated with a nylon thread. 

Reason (R): Tubectomy closes the passage of the sperms. The sperm duct is also known as vas deferens, which stores the sperms for some days during which they mature and become motile.

1. A is True and R is False.
2. A is False and R is True.
3. Both A and R are True.
4. Both A and R are False.

Options

• (1)

• (2)

• (3)

• (4)

Answer 1

(4)

Explanation:

Tubectomy is not a temporary method of contraception for males. It is a permanent method of contraception for females in which the fallopian tubes are cut and ligated. In males, the corresponding procedure is called vasectomy, in which the vas deferens are cut and ligated. Therefore, the Assertion (A) is false.

Tubectomy does not close the passage of sperms; it blocks the fallopian tubes, preventing the meeting of sperm and ovum. Also, sperms are stored and mature mainly in the epididymis, not in the vas deferens. Therefore, the Reason (R) is false.

Hence, both A and R are false.