Match List I with List II

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II

The correct answer is option 2. A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II.

Let us delve into detail about the association of each vitamin with its corresponding disease:

A. Vitamin \(B_1\) (Thiamine) - Associated with Beri Beri (IV)
Beri Beri is a condition caused by a deficiency of thiamine (Vitamin \(B_1\)). Thiamine is essential for the proper functioning of the nervous system and the metabolism of carbohydrates.

B. Vitamin A - Associated with Xerophthalmia (III)
Xerophthalmia is a condition of the eye caused by a deficiency of Vitamin A. Vitamin A is crucial for maintaining the health of the eyes, and its deficiency can lead to dryness, night blindness, and eventually, xerophthalmia.

C. Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) - Associated with Scurvy (I)
Scurvy is a disease caused by a deficiency of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis, and its deficiency results in symptoms like bleeding gums, joint pain, and weakness.

D. Vitamin D - Associated with Rickets (II)
Rickets is a disorder caused by a deficiency of Vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate. Vitamin D plays a crucial role in calcium absorption and bone health. Rickets can lead to soft and weak bones, deformities, and growth problems in children.

So, the correct matching is 2. A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II