- A It reduces maternal mortality from unsafe procedures but correlates with rising STI transmission rates
- B It prevents unsafe abortions but is misused for sex-selective abortions leading to female feticide
- C It improves access to family planning but is linked to increased rates of male infertility
- D It slows population growth rates but introduces surgical complications during delivery
Correct answer: B. It prevents unsafe abortions but is misused for sex-selective abortions leading to female feticide
Explanation: The MTP Act prevents unsafe back-alley abortions and reduces maternal mortality. However, it has been misused for sex-selective abortions to terminate female fetuses, leading to skewed sex ratios, which is why the PCPNDT Act was enacted.
Concept context
Understand reproductive health, family planning, contraception methods, STIs, population control, and assisted reproductive technologies.