Q. With reference to the Chandipura Virus (CHPV), consider the following statements:
1.Chandipura virus is transmitted primarily by sandflies.
2.The virus mainly affects children and can cause acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) with a high case fatality rate.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: Both 1 and 2
Statement 1 is correct: Chandipura virus (CHPV) belongs to the genus Vesiculovirus of the family Rhabdoviridae. It is transmitted mainly by female phlebotomine sandflies, although other insect vectors have also been investigated.
Statement 2 is correct: CHPV predominantly affects children below 15 years of age and can cause Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES), characterized by rapid onset of fever, altered consciousness, seizures, and a high case fatality rate if not managed promptly.
Source: IE
