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Consider the following statements with respect to Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) : 1. It is a highly contagious viral disease of animals. 2. It affects cloven-hoofed animals, including cattle, buffalo, camels, sheep, goats, deer and pigs. 3. It is not readily transmissible to humans. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements with respect to Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) : 1. It is a highly contagious viral disease of animals. 2. It affects cloven-hoofed animals, including cattle, buffalo, camels, sheep, goats, deer and pigs. 3. It is not readily transmissible to humans. Which of the statements given above are correct? Correct Answer 1, 2 and 3 

The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3.

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  • Mithun (Bos frontalis), a semi-domesticated bovine which is called the state animal of Arunachal Pradesh has been reportedly dying in the hilly areas of the Siang region in the Central part of the State.
  • The most treasured animal reared in thousands in the hilly state is falling in great danger due to the outbreak of Foot & Mouth Disease (FMD).  


Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) :

  • Foot and mouth disease (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of livestock that has a significant economic impact. Hence statement 1 is correct.
  • It affects cloven-hoofed animals (those with divided hoofs), including cattle, buffalo, camels, sheep, goats, deer and pigs. Hence statement 2 is correct.
  • FMD is a viral disease that spreads rapidly between animals. The virus is excreted in breath, saliva, mucus, milk, and faeces.
  • The virus can be excreted by animals for up to four days before clinical signs appear. Animals can become infected through inhalation, ingestion and direct contact.
  • The disease spreads most commonly through the movement of infected animals. 
  • It is reported in the Middle East, Africa, Asia and South America.
  • FMD is not readily transmissible to humans and is not a public health risk. Hence statement 3 is correct.

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