Write a note on barrier and surgical method of birth control.

Explanation

Barrier method These methods prevent sperms and ovum from physically meeting in order to prevent fertilisation. These method are available for both males and females. These are as follows
(i) Condoms These are made of thin rubber or latex sheath used to cover the penis in males and vagina and cervix in females (femidom).
(ii) Cervical caps These are also made of rubber and are inserted into the female reproductive system to cover the cervix during intercourse
Surgical (sterilisation) methods These are the terminal methods used by male/female partner to prevent any more pregnancies.
These are the permanent methods, which block the transport of gemetes. It is called vasectomy in men and tubectomy in women.