Question

Pulse polio programme is organized in our country for ______.

• A. Curing polio
• B. Eradicating Polio
• C. Spreading Polio
• D. None of above

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Eradicating Polio

The correct option is B.

Explanation for the correct option:

1. The Pulse polio program in India was initiated in December 1995 to eradicate poliovirus from our country and to provide protection against polio disease.
2. According to this program, the Polio vaccine is given to all infants up to 5 years of age in three doses through the mouth.

Explanation for incorrect options:

Option A

Curing polio:

• Polio disease is caused by Poliovirus which transmits to a healthy person through the intake of contaminated food and water.
• The symptoms of polio include paralysis and stiffness in the neck which can be cured up to some extent by doing leg exercises and taking complete rest.

Option C

Spreading polio: Polio is spread through the intake of contaminated food and water.

Final Answer: Pulse polio programme is organized in our country for Eradicating polio.