This indicator reflects the proportion of married women actively utilizing modern contraceptive methods, a crucial metric for understanding women's reproductive health and autonomy. Modern contraceptive techniques encompass a range of options such as female and male sterilization, hormonal pills, intrauterine devices (IUDs), injection-based methods, implants, and various barrier methods including male and female condoms. By focusing on modern methods, this measure highlights the accessibility and acceptance of advanced family planning techniques that empower women and couples to manage their reproductive choices effectively. Understanding this percentage is vital for policymakers and healthcare providers as it indicates trends in contraceptive use, informs public health initiatives, and addresses barriers to healthcare access and education.
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