NEETZoologyHuman Reproduction
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): The presence or absence of the hymen is not a reliable indicator of virginity or sexual experience. Reason (R): The hymen can be torn by a sudden fall or jolt, insertion of a vaginal tampon, active participation in sports, and in some women, it persists even after coitus. In the light of the above
Options
- ABoth (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
- BBoth (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
- C(A) is true but (R) is false
- D(A) is false but (R) is true
Correct answer
B. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
Step-by-step solution
According to NCERT, the hymen is often torn during the first coitus (intercourse). However, it can also be broken by a sudden fall or jolt, insertion of a vaginal tampon, or active participation in some sports like horseback riding, cycling, etc. Furthermore, in some women, the hymen persists even after coitus. Therefore, the fact that the hymen can be torn by non-sexual activities or can remain intact after sexual intercourse explains why its presence or absence is not a reliable indicator of virginity or sexual e