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UPSC 2015: H1N1 virus is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to which one of the following diseases?
(a)AIDS
(b)Bird flu
(c)Dengue
(d)Swine flu
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (d) Swine flu
Influenza-A subtype H1N1 is the causative agent of the disease commonly called swine flu, responsible for the 2009 pandemic and subsequent seasonal outbreaks. It has no connection with AIDS, dengue or avian (bird) flu viruses. ([dalvoy.com](https://www.dalvoy.com/upsc/previous-years/2015/h1n1-virus-swine-flu-disease-reference?utm_source=openai))
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What is the correct answer to this UPSC 2015 Science & Technology question?▼
The correct answer is option (d): Swine flu. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2015, GS Paper 1, as Question 92. It falls under Science & Technology > Health & Diseases.
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This question is rated "easy". It tests basic recall and most well-prepared aspirants should answer it correctly.
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