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Kala-azar and Oriental Sore are spread by

1. Housefly
2. Bed Bug
3. Sand Fly
4. Fruit Fly

Correct answer: Sand Fly

Solution

Kala-azar and Oriental sore are forms of leishmaniasis, which is transmitted by sand flies. Other listed insects do not carry the parasite responsible for these diseases.

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