SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 41

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 21 June 2024 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q41

 Which vitamin prevents the neural tube defect in new-born babies?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Folic Acid

Folic acid (Vitamin B9) plays a crucial role in the early development of the fetal brain and spinal cord. Adequate intake before and during early pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of neural tube defects like spina bifida and anencephaly in newborns.