Indian Polity · Polity and Governance
Consider the following statements regarding the role of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC): I. The NCDC was originally established in 1909 as the Central Malaria Bureau and has since expanded its mandate to address emerging and re-emerging diseases. II. The NCDC's guidelines focus exclusively on post-outbreak response and do not address the prevention or active surveillance of waterborne diseases. III. The NCDC's role includes outbreak investigation, capacity building, antimicrobial resistance monitoring, and offering diagnostic support. IV. The NCDC's approach to tackling communicable diseases includes a three-pronged strategy of services, manpower development, and research. Which one of the following options is correct in respect of the above statements?
- 1Only statement III is correct
- 2Only statements II and III are correct
- 3Only statements I and IV are correct
- 4Only statements I, III, and IV are correct✓
Correct answer
Only statements I, III, and IV are correct
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