NEETZoologyReproductive Health
A doctor is counseling an infertile couple about their options for parenthood. Which of the following statements made by the doctor is factually incorrect?
Options
- AThese ART techniques require highly specialised professionals and expensive instrumentation.
- BEmotional, religious, and social factors are often deterrents in adopting these methods.
- CLegal adoption of orphaned and destitute children is one of the best methods for couples looking for parenthoo
- DDue to recent advancements, ART facilities are now highly affordable and available in almost all district hosp
Correct answer
D. Due to recent advancements, ART facilities are now highly affordable and available in almost all district hosp
Step-by-step solution
The statement in option 4 is incorrect. According to NCERT, because ART requires highly specialised professionals and expensive instrumentation, these facilities are presently available only in very few centres in the country. They are not highly affordable or available in almost all district hospitals. The statements in options 1, 2, and 3 are factually correct and directly reflect the limitations of ART and the recommended alternative of legal adoption as stated in the NCERT textbook. Answer: Due to recent advanc