Question

Gumboro disease is the other name of which disease in poultry?

• A. Marek's Disease
• B. Avian Encephalomyelitis
• C. Fowl Plague
• D. Infectious bursal disease

Hint:

Gumboro disease = Infectious Bursal Disease (IBD)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept:
Gumboro disease is a highly contagious viral disease affecting young chickens. It primarily affects the immune system by damaging the bursa of Fabricius.

Step 1: Understanding Gumboro Disease

• It is caused by Infectious Bursal Disease Virus (IBDV).
• It targets the bursa of Fabricius in poultry.

Step 2: Identifying its alternate name

• Gumboro disease is commonly known as Infectious Bursal Disease (IBD).

Step 3: Eliminating incorrect options

• Marek’s disease → Tumor disease
• Avian encephalomyelitis → Nervous disorder
• Fowl plague → Viral systemic disease Final Conclusion: \[ \boxed{\text{Infectious bursal disease}} \]