Q1. Which of the following statements about Nipah Virus (NiV) is CORRECT?
A It is a bacterial infection with an effective antibiotic treatment
B It spreads only through contaminated water
C India has never recorded Nipah cases before 2026
D It is a zoonotic virus transmitted from fruit bats/pigs to humans, with no licensed vaccine Correct
Explanation
Nipah Virus is a zoonotic pathogen primarily transmitted from fruit bats and pigs to humans. It can also spread person-to-person. India has recorded multiple previous outbreaks (Kerala: 2018, 2019, 2023; West Bengal: 2001, 2007). There is no licensed vaccine or specific antiviral; supportive care is the primary treatment.