SSC Selection Post 2019 PYQ — Question 48

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2019 - 15 Oct 2019 • General Awareness • Q48

Which one among the following is a deficiency disease?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Beri Beri.

Beri Beri is a deficiency disease. It occurs due to a severe lack of thiamine, or vitamin B1, in the diet. This vital nutrient is crucial for energy metabolism. Symptoms can include nerve damage, muscle weakness, and heart problems. Unlike infections like influenza or tuberculosis, beri-beri is purely nutritional.