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Condoms are made up of thin rubber/latex sheath which is used to cover
Penis in male
Cervix in female
Both $(a)$ and $(b)$
None of the above
Solution

Penis in male or cervix and vagina in female. Barrier Methods These methods prevent the contact of sperm and ovum with the help of barriers. Such methods are $(i)$ Condoms are the barriers made of thin rubber/latex sheath used to cover the penis in the male or vagina and cervix in female. It prevents the deposition of the ejaculated semen into the vagina of the female. $(ii)$ Diaphragms, cervical cap and vaults are the barriers made of rubber that are inserted into the female reproductive tract to cover the cervix during coitus. $(iii)$ Spermicidal creams, jellies and foams are used along with these barriers to increase their contraceptive efficiency