Which one of the following viruses is responsible for the recent death

Which one of the following viruses is responsible for the recent death of lions in Gir National Park?

[amp_mcq option1=”Canine Distemper Virus” option2=”Nipah Virus” option3=”Hendra Virus” option4=”Foot-and-Mouth Disease Virus” correct=”option1″]

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UPSC CDS-1 – 2019

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Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) was identified as the primary cause behind the death of several lions in Gujarat’s Gir National Park in 2018.

CDV is a highly contagious viral disease that affects canids and other carnivores. The outbreak in Gir was a significant threat to the Asiatic lion population.

Apart from CDV, Babesiosis (a tick-borne disease) was also found to be a contributing factor in some of the lion deaths during the 2018 outbreak. Subsequent measures, including vaccination and habitat management, were implemented to protect the lion population.

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