Question

If Ramesh is suffering from Malaria, his disease is classified as __________ causative disease.

• A. Fungal
• B. Protozoal
• C. Viral
• D. Bacterial

Hint:

Malaria is a vector-borne disease caused by protozoans and transmitted through mosquito bites.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Disease Classification: Malaria
Malaria is a protozoal disease transmitted by infected Anopheles mosquitoes. It is caused by the Plasmodium protozoan parasite.
Option Analysis
- (A) Fungal: Incorrect. Malaria is not caused by fungi.
- (B) Protozoal: Correct. Malaria is caused by Plasmodium, a protozoan.
- (C) Viral: Incorrect. Malaria is not a viral disease.
- (D) Bacterial: Incorrect. Malaria is not a bacterial disease.
Conclusion
Option (B) is correct because malaria is a protozoal disease.