Assertion : Sandfly transmits Kala-azar.
Reason : In Kala-azar, the parasite damages the brain.

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If both the assertion and reason are false

Answer

C

Explanation

Kala-azar is caused by bites from female phlebotomine sandflies – the vector of the leishmania parasite. The sandflies feed on animals and humans for blood which they need for developing their eggs. It affect the body by causing severe swelling in an arm, leg, breast or the genital area.