Q. With reference to the Chandipura virus (CHPV), consider the following statements:
1.It is primarily transmitted through the bite of infected ticks.
2.It is an enveloped RNA virus.
3.It has high mortality rate.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. The Chandipura virus is primarily transmitted through the bite of infected sandflies.
Statements 2 and 3 are correct. The Chandipura virus is an RNA virus. It is described as an enveloped RNA virus. The Chandipura virus is associated with high mortality rates, especially in children.
Source: The Hindu
