SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 53

SSC MTS - 10 Feb 2026 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q53

Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis (SSPE), highlighted during a protest in early 2025 at Mantralaya, is a rare, progressive and usually fatal disorder that affects which organ?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis (SSPE) is a rare but severe neurological disorder.

It typically develops following an infection with the measles virus.

This disease gradually affects the brain and impairs its functioning.

Patients experience symptoms such as memory loss, behavioral changes, and seizures.

The disease is progressive and becomes more severe over time.

It is predominantly observed in children and adolescents.

Treatment options are limited, and the primary preventive measure is vaccination.

This clearly indicates that the disease is related to the brain.