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NEET 2024 Zoology Question 175 Solution

Topic: Reproductive Health · Official NTA Booklet Code T1
NEET 2024 Zoology Question 175: Contraceptive Classification: Natural vs Barrier Methods

Question

Which of the following is not a natural/traditional contraceptive method?

  1. (1)Lactational amenorrhea
  2. (2)Vaults
  3. (3)Coitus interruptus
  4. (4)Periodic abstinence
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Verified Against NTA Final Answer Key
Option (2) : Vaults
📚 Reproductive Health Easy
📋 Given Parameters & Problem Setup
Classification Criterion Not a natural/traditional contraceptive method
Candidate Methods Lactational amenorrhea, Vaults, Coitus interruptus, Periodic abstinence
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The 30-Second Exam Hall Shortcut: ⚡ Natural vs Barrier Contraceptives

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Natural methods include: 1) Periodic abstinence, 2) Coitus interruptus, 3) Lactational amenorrhea. Vaults are BARRIER devices made of rubber!

1 Recall categories of contraceptive methods:
2 - Natural/Traditional methods: Periodic abstinence, Coitus interruptus (withdrawal), Lactational amenorrhea.
3 - Barrier methods: Condoms, Diaphragms, Cervical caps, Vaults (made of rubber, inserted into female reproductive tract).
4 Vaults is a barrier method, NOT a natural/traditional method.
5 Select Option (2) / B.
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Why You Can 100% Trust This Shortcut: NCERT Biology · Reproductive Health (Contraceptive Methods)
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Step-by-Step Rigorous Workflow & Mathematical Proof

Step 1

Review Natural/Traditional Contraceptive Methods

Natural methods work on the principle of avoiding chances of ovum and sperms meeting. They include: 1. Periodic abstinence (avoiding coitus from day 10 to 17 of menstrual cycle). 2. Coitus interruptus (withdrawal of penis from vagina before ejaculation). 3. Lactational amenorrhea (absence of menstruation during intense lactation).

Step 2

Review Barrier Methods

In barrier methods, ovum and sperms are prevented from physically meeting with the help of barriers. Diaphragms, cervical caps and vaults are barriers made of rubber that are inserted into the female reproductive tract to cover the cervix during coitus. They are reusable.

Step 3

Conclude Option

Vaults is a physical barrier method, not a natural method.

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4-Option Deep Scan
1 (1)
✗ Incorrect
Verdict & Scientific Reason:

Lactational amenorrhea is a physiological natural method based on prolactin suppression of gonadotropins.

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Student Fallacy (Why candidates pick this trap): Lactational amenorrhea is a physiological natural method based on prolactin suppression of gonadotropins.
2 (2)
✓ 100% Correct
Verdict & Scientific Reason:

Vaults are rubber barrier devices inserted to cover the cervix, classified under Barrier methods.

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Why this is airtight: None.
3 (3)
✗ Incorrect
Verdict & Scientific Reason:

Coitus interruptus (withdrawal) is a traditional behavioral natural method.

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Student Fallacy (Why candidates pick this trap): Coitus interruptus (withdrawal) is a traditional behavioral natural method.
4 (4)
✗ Incorrect
Verdict & Scientific Reason:

Periodic abstinence is a rhythm-based natural contraceptive method.

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Student Fallacy (Why candidates pick this trap): Periodic abstinence is a rhythm-based natural contraceptive method.
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NTA Trap Alert: Barrier vs Natural Terminology

Confusing vaginal barriers with chemical or physiological methods.

🛡️ How to avoid the -1 mark: Diaphragms, cervical caps, and vaults are mechanical barrier methods.
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Core NEET Syllabus Standard

Biology Core Zoology · Reproductive Health Standard Benchmark
Core Scientific Principle Tested:

"Natural methods work on the principle of avoiding chances of ovum and sperms meeting. Periodic abstinence, coitus interruptus and lactational amenorrhea are natural methods. Diaphragms, cervical caps and vaults are barriers made of rubber."

Syllabus Focus: Contraceptive Classification: Natural vs Barrier Methods
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