There is national eradication programme for a disease caused by the deficiency of an element
A
Iodine
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B
Boron
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C
Copper
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D
Chlorine
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Solution
The correct option is A Iodine Iodine is a trace mineral required for optimal mental and physical development and is a key constituent of thyroid hormones. Iodine deficiency is the single largest cause of preventable brain damage globally. Iodine deficiency disorders (IDDs) include goitre, cretinism, hypothyroidism, abortion, stillbirth, brain damage, learning disabilities, mental retardation, psychomotor defects, hearing and speech impairment. Hence Iodine Deficiency Disorder (IDD) has been identified all over the world as a serious threat. So our government has started an eradication program for it.