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General science UPPSC 2000 GS-I
Question

Three communicable diseases prevalent in developing countries caused by unsafe drinking water and bad sanitation are:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: malaria, acute diarrhoea and schistosomiasis

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “malaria, acute diarrhoea and schistosomiasis”.
The answer is: (2) malaria, acute diarrhoea and schistosomiasis

Acute diarrhea: This is a common illness caused by consuming contaminated water or food. It can lead to dehydration and even death, especially in young children.

Malaria: This parasitic disease is transmitted by infected mosquitoes. Contaminated water can create breeding grounds for mosquitoes, but stagnant water sources are not the only factor.

Schistosomiasis: This parasitic infection occurs when people come into contact with contaminated water containing specific worm larvae. These larvae can penetrate the skin and cause various health problems.

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