MHT CET Medical202624 April 2026Evening ShiftBiologyReproductive HealthActual
Given below are two statements: Statement (I): One of the physiological devices used as birth control measures is in the form of tablets. Statement (II): Contraceptive pill 'Saheli' is hormonal and steroidal in nature In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
Options
- ABoth Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
- BBoth Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
- CStatement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
- DStatement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true.
Correct answer
C. Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
Step-by-step solution
Statement (I) is true because oral contraceptives (pills) are physiological methods of birth control that are taken in the form of tablets. They alter physiological processes such as inhibiting ovulation and implantation, as well as altering the quality of cervical mucus to prevent the entry of sperms. Statement (II) is false because the contraceptive pill 'Saheli' is a non-steroidal preparation. It is a once-a-week pill with very few side effects and high contraceptive value. Therefore, Statement (I) is true but S