Which of the following is a communicable disease? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a communicable disease?
A. Diabetes
B. Hypertension
C. Cancer
D. Tuberculosis
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, spreading through airborne droplets. Cancer, diabetes, and hypertension are non-communicable.

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