Hydrophobia (Rabies) is a disease caused by a

Virus

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Nematode

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Helminth

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Protozoa

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Solution

The correct option is A Virus
Rabies is primarily a disease of carnivores like dogs, cats etc. It is caused by Rabies virus (Rhabdovirus or Lyssavirus). The virus destroys the brain and spinal cord. It is characterised by the scare of water in the victim (hydrophobia) and biting behaviours. So, the correct answer is option A.

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