The NVBDCP integrates control of multiple vector-borne diseases. Which of the following diseases is NOT covered under the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme?
- A Leptospirosis ✓
- B Kala-azar (visceral leishmaniasis)
- C Japanese Encephalitis
- D Chikungunya
Correct answer: A. Leptospirosis
Explanation
NVBDCP covers malaria, dengue, chikungunya, kala-azar, lymphatic filariasis, and Japanese encephalitis — all transmitted by arthropod vectors. Leptospirosis is a zoonotic bacterial disease transmitted through contact with water or soil contaminated with infected animal urine; it is not an arthropod vector-borne disease and is not under NVBDCP.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
High-yield for: NEET PGINI-CETNExTFMGEUSMLEPLABMRCP
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