UPSC Prelims 2017·GS1·science-and-technology·science and technology

Consider the following statements: 1. In tropical regions, Zika virus disease is transmitted by the same mosquito that transmits dengue. 2. Sexual transmission of Zika virus disease is possible. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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  1. A1 only
  2. B2 only
  3. CBoth 1 and 2Correct
  4. DNeither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. The Zika virus is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito, particularly Aedes aegypti. This is the same mosquito species that transmits other tropical diseases like dengue, chikungunya, and yellow fever. Statement 2 is correct. While mosquito bites are the primary mode of transmission, sexual transmission of the Zika virus has been documented. The virus can persist in semen for a longer period than in blood, making sexual transmission possible from an infected person to their partner.
science-and-technology: Consider the following statements: 1. In tropical regions, Zika virus disease is transmitted by the same mosquito that t

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