WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which one of the following is a waterborne disease?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Jaundice
  2. Tuberculosis
  3. Rabies
  4. Arthritis

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Jaundice

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Jaundice šŸ“š Explanation: Jaundice, often associated with Hepatitis A or E infections, is a common waterborne disease spread by consuming water contaminated with viral pathogens. It causes a buildup of bilirubin, leading to the yellowing of skin and eyes. Unlike airborne tuberculosis or animal-transmitted rabies, it directly reflects a breakdown in clean water and sanitation. Maintaining pure drinking water supplies is the primary way to prevent its spread.