Question

Q98) Which of the following statements are true with respect to Zika virus?

1. It was first identified in Brazil.

2.It is spread by female Aedes mosquitoes most active during the night.

3. Genetically Engineered mosquitoes can be an effective solution against the spread of zika virus

• A. a) only 1 and 2
• B. b) Only 3
• C. c) All of the above
• D. d) Only 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is B

b) Only 3

Answer 98: B

Explanation: Zika virus was first identified in monkeys in Uganda in 1947. It is spread by Aedes mosquitoes. Unlike the mosquitoes
that spread malaria, they are mostly active during the day. Genetically Engineered sterile mosquitoes can check the growth in
population of the aedes mosquitoes thereby limiting the spread of the virus.