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Which is a viral disease?

A

Tetanus

B

Dysentery

C

Typhoid

D

Polio

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Options**: The question provides four options: Tetanus, Dysentery, Typhoid, and Polio. 2. **Evaluate Tetanus**: - Tetanus is caused by the bacterium *Clostridium tetani*. - Since it is bacterial in nature, Tetanus is not a viral disease. 3. **Evaluate Dysentery**: - Dysentery, specifically amoebic dysentery, is caused by the protozoan *Entamoeba histolytica*. - As it is caused by a protozoan, Dysentery is not a viral disease. 4. **Evaluate Typhoid**: - Typhoid fever is caused by the bacterium *Salmonella typhi*. - Therefore, Typhoid is also not a viral disease. 5. **Evaluate Polio**: - Polio, or poliomyelitis, is caused by the poliovirus. - Since it is caused by a virus, Polio is classified as a viral disease. 6. **Conclusion**: Among the options provided, Polio is the only viral disease. **Final Answer**: Polio ---
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