Consider the following statements with respect to “Hysterectomy”:1.It involves surgically blocking the fallopian tubes in the females so that the egg which the ovary releases cannot reach the uterus. 2.In India, there is increasing concern about patterns of hysterectomy at a population level. Select the correct statements using the codes given below:

Q. Consider the following statements with respect to “Hysterectomy”:
1.It involves surgically blocking the fallopian tubes in the females so that the egg which the ovary releases cannot reach the uterus.
2.In India, there is increasing concern about patterns of hysterectomy at a population level..
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Hysterectomy is surgery to remove the uterus. After a hysterectomy, females will not menstruate (have periods) or be able to get pregnant.

Statement 2 is correct. In India, there is increasing concern about patterns of hysterectomy at a population level.

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