Q.

Tubectomy is a method of sterilisation in which                   [2014]

1 small part of the fallopian tube is removed or tied up  
2 ovaries are removed surgically  
3 small part of vas deferens is removed or tied up  
4 uterus is removed surgically  

Ans.

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Sterilisation provides a permanent and sure birth control. In females, it is called tubectomy. Tubectomy involves the blocking of the fallopian tubes. A small part of the fallopian tube is removed or tied up through a small incision in the abdomen or through vagina.