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Malaria is caused by which organism?

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Malaria is caused by which organism? Restate the question in your own words, predict the answer before checking the options, and confirm that the explanation and correct-option field both point to Protozoa.

ABacteria
BVirus
CProtozoa
DFungus
Correct Answer: ProtozoaYour Answer: C

Explanation

Do not confuse an organ that produces a substance with an organ on which that substance acts, or a vector with the organism that causes a disease. Therefore option C, Protozoa, is factually consistent with the stem, the marked correct index, and the explanation.✅ Correct Answer: C — Protozoa Malaria is caused by Plasmodium, a protozoan parasite. Bacteria — Bacteria cause diseases like Tuberculosis (TB), Cholera, Typhoid; not Malaria. Virus — Viruses cause diseases like Dengue, HIV, Influenza; not Malaria. Fungus — Fungi cause diseases like Ringworm, Athlete's foot; not Malaria. 📝 Important Note: Malaria is caused by Plasmodium (Protozoa), transmitted by female Anopheles mosquito. Dengue is caused by Virus, transmitted by Aedes mosquito. Malaria is a major health concern in tropical countries including India.

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