Which among these are spread by bacteria?
(I) Gonorrhoea
(II) Syphilis
(III) AIDS
(IV) Genital herpes

Options

A. (I) and (II)
B. (II) and (IV)
C. (I),(III),(IV)
D. (II),(III) and (IV)

Explanation

To determine which diseases among the given options are spread by bacteria, we will analyze each option one by one.

1. **Gonorrhea**:
- Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium *Neisseria gonorrhoeae*.
- Since it is caused by a bacterium, this option is correct.

2. **Syphilis**:
- Syphilis is also a sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacterium known as *Treponema pallidum*.
- Therefore, this option is also correct.

3. **AIDS**:
- AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), which is a virus, not a bacterium.
- Thus, this option is incorrect.

4. **Genital Herpes**:
- Genital herpes is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV), which is also a virus.
- Therefore, this option is incorrect as well.

In conclusion, the diseases that are spread by bacteria from the given options are:
- (I) Gonorrhea
- (II) Syphilis

**Final Answer**: (I) Gonorrhea and (II) Syphilis are spread by bacteria.