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A disease on the verge of extinction in India is

A

AIDS

B

kala-azar

C

Poliomyelitis

D

Measles

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for a disease that is on the verge of extinction in India. We need to analyze the options provided: AIDS, kalazar, poliomyelitis, and measles. 2. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **AIDS**: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome is caused by the HIV virus and is not on the verge of extinction. It remains a significant health issue. - **Kalazar**: Also known as visceral leishmaniasis, it is caused by the Leishmania parasite and is still prevalent in certain regions of India. - **Poliomyelitis**: Commonly known as polio, it is caused by the poliovirus. Due to extensive vaccination efforts, particularly the Pulse Polio program, the incidence of polio has drastically reduced, making it close to extinction in India. - **Measles**: While vaccination has reduced measles cases, it is still not on the verge of extinction and outbreaks can still occur. 3. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, poliomyelitis is the disease that is on the verge of extinction in India due to successful vaccination efforts. **Final Answer**: Poliomyelitis ---
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