A Data-Driven Research, has been launched by the Department of Biotechnology. Ministry of Science and Technology on 24 March 2022 with the objective to eradicate which disease?

Correct option is B

On 24 March 2022, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, launched a data-driven research initiative to support India’s mission to eliminate Tuberculosis (TB) by 2025. This initiative focuses on using biotechnology and advanced data analytics to develop better diagnostic tools, vaccines, and treatments to combat TB.

• Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis that primarily affects the lungs.
• India aims to eliminate TB by 2025, five years ahead of the global target of 2030 set by the WHO.
• The Government of India has launched several programs under "National TB Elimination Program (NTEP)" to combat the disease effectively.