Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following disease is NOT transmitted through water?

Options:

Hepatitis A

Measles

Cholera

Typhoid

Correct Answer:

Measles

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2)- Measles

Measles is not typically transmitted through water. Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that primarily spreads through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can also spread by direct contact with respiratory secretions or by touching surfaces contaminated with the virus.

On the other hand:

  1. Hepatitis A: This disease is waterborne and is often spread through the consumption of contaminated food or water.
  2. Cholera: Cholera is a waterborne disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It is usually transmitted through the consumption of contaminated water or food.
  3. Typhoid: Typhoid fever is caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi, and it is often transmitted through contaminated food and water.

So, while waterborne diseases include Hepatitis A, Cholera, and Typhoid, Measles is primarily transmitted through respiratory droplets and direct contact.