Which disease has been eradicated by vaccination?

Smallpox

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Polio

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Rabies

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Measles

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The correct option is A
Smallpox

Vaccinations are an effective means of providing long lasting immunity against various diseases. They have also been helpful in eradication of many diseases. Smallpox was a deadly disease which was completely eradicated from the whole world with the use of smallpox vaccine. In India, polio vaccines have been effectively used in massive vaccination programs and WHO has declared India polio-free.

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