Ripeness of cervix is assessed by:

Correct option is C

Ans. (c) Bishop score
Sol. The Bishop score is used to evaluate the cervical ripeness or readiness for labor. It assesses dilation, effacement, consistency, position, and fetal station.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Apgar score – Assesses newborn health immediately after birth.
· (b) Downe score – Used to assess respiratory distress in newborns.
· (c) Bishop score – Correct. Measures cervical readiness for induction of labor.
· (d) New Ballard score – Assesses gestational age of a newborn.