Question

Which of the following diseases is caused due to the deficiency of Vitamin E?

• A. Beri-beri
• B. Scurvy
• C. Anti-fertility
• D. None of these

Hint:

Vitamin E is called the “anti-sterility vitamin” and is essential for reproductive health.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Recall diseases caused by vitamin deficiencies.
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) deficiency → Beri-beri.
- Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) deficiency → Scurvy.
- Vitamin E deficiency → Reproductive issues and anti-fertility problems.
Step 2: Analysis of options.
(A) Beri-beri: Due to Vitamin B1 deficiency, not Vitamin E.
(B) Scurvy: Due to Vitamin C deficiency, not Vitamin E.
(C) Anti-fertility: Correct, caused by Vitamin E deficiency.
(D) None of these: Incorrect.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the disease caused by Vitamin E deficiency is Anti-fertility.