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.
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Correct answer and explanation
Correct answer: Jaundice
Explanation: ā Correct Answer: A) Jaundice 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.