Correct option is B
Sol. The
National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme is primarily concerned with diseases transmitted by vectors such as mosquitoes.
Malaria is one of the major diseases under this program.
Explanation of each option:
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(a) Tuberculosis – Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection spread through the air, not by vectors, so it is not related to this program.
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(b) Malaria –
Correct answer. Malaria is a vector-borne disease transmitted by mosquitoes, and it is the primary focus of the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme.
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(c) AIDS – AIDS is caused by a virus (HIV) and is not a vector-borne disease, so it is not included in this program.
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(d) Leprosy – Leprosy is a bacterial infection and is not transmitted by vectors, so it is not a focus of this program.