Which of the following interventions focuses on giving chemoprophylaxis for cholera?

Correct option is A

Ans. (a) Specific protection
Sol. Specific protection refers to targeted measures taken to prevent specific diseases, such as chemoprophylaxis, immunization, or vector control. Chemoprophylaxis for cholera involves the administration of antibiotics or vaccines to high-risk populations to prevent infection.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Specific protection – Correct answer. It includes measures like vaccines, chemoprophylaxis, and sanitation to prevent disease.
· (b) Health promotion – Incorrect. It involves general strategies to improve overall health (e.g., nutrition, exercise, hygiene).
· (c) Early intervention – Incorrect. It focuses on detecting and treating diseases at an early stage, not preventing them.
· (d) Prevention of disease – Incorrect. This is a broader concept that includes multiple strategies, but chemoprophylaxis falls under specific protection.