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Where was "Saheli" developed?

A

Indian Council of Medical Research, New Delhi

B

Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow

C

All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi

D

None

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks where "Saheli," a contraceptive pill, was developed. 2. **Identifying Saheli**: Saheli is a non-steroidal oral contraceptive pill designed for female use. It is taken once a week. 3. **Reviewing the Options**: The options provided are: - Option 1: Indian Council of Medical Research, New Delhi - Option 2: Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow - Option 3: All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi - Option 4: None 4. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Option 1**: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is a prominent research organization, but it is not where Saheli was developed. - **Option 2**: Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) is located in Lucknow and is known for developing Saheli. - **Option 3**: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi does not relate to the development of Saheli. - **Option 4**: This option states none of the above, which is incorrect since Saheli was developed at CDRI. 5. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the correct answer is Option 2: Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow. **Final Answer**: Saheli was developed at the Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow. ---
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