Plague is caused by

Xanthomonas

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Yersinia $/$ Pasteurella pestis

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Varicella virus

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Pseudomonas

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The correct option is B Yersinia $/$ Pasteurella pestis
The plague is a serious bacterial infection that is caused by Yersinia pestis or Pasteurella pestis. It is also called as black plague or black death. It is usually transmitted to humans through fleas. Symptoms include fever, weakness, and headache.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Yersinia/ Pasteurella pestis.'

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