The bacteria that is present in human intestines and whose presence in water indicates its contamination is

Coliform

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The correct option is A Coliform
Coliform is the name of the bacteria that is present in human intestines and its presence in water indicates contamination by disease-causing micro-organisms. Coliform bacteria are a commonly used indicator of sanitary quality of food and water.

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