Correct option is C
Ans. (c) Specific phobia
Sol.
Specific phobia refers to
circumscribed fear of a
particular object or situation, such as the fear of heights, animals, or flying. It is considered a type of
anxiety disorder.
Explanation of each option:
(a) Agoraphobia –
Incorrect. This refers to the fear of
open spaces or situations where escape might be difficult, not specific objects or situations.
(b) Claustrophobia –
Incorrect. This refers to the fear of
confined spaces.
(c) Specific phobia –
Correct answer. This term refers to the fear of a
particular object or situation.
(d) Ailurophobia –
Incorrect. This refers to the fear of
cats, a specific type of specific phobia.