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Question
Enumerate and describe any five reasons for introducing sex education to school-going children.
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Solution
Proper information about reproductive organs-physiology and its functioning; discourage myths and misconceptions about sex-related aspects; knowledge about safe and hygienic sexual practices; adolescence and related changes, prevention of STDs, AIDs etc.
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| (C) | Saheli | (iii) | Programme initiated in 1951 |
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