Question

Assertion (A): Gamete Intra Fallopian Transfer (GIFT) is recommended for woman who cannot produce ova but have a normal uterus for embryo development. Reason (R): In GIFT, an ovum collected from a donor is transferred into the fallopian tube of the recipient woman for in vivo fertilization.

• A. Both (A) and (R) are true. (R) is correct explanation for (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are true. (R) is not correct explanation for (A)
• C. (A) is true. But (R) is false
• D. (A) is false. But (R) is true

Hint:

GIFT = Gamete transfer (needs own eggs). ZIFT = Zygote transfer (can use donor eggs).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Concept
Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART).

Step 2: Meaning
Differentiating GIFT from ZIFT/IVF.

Step 3: Analysis
GIFT requires the woman to produce her own ova, as it involves transferring ova and sperm into the tube. If a woman cannot produce ova, GIFT is not suitable; ZIFT or IVF with donor eggs is preferred. The Reason statement accurately describes the GIFT procedure.

Step 4: Conclusion
The assertion is false because GIFT requires the recipient to produce ova, but the reason describing the technique is true.

Final Answer: (D)