This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Unknown
Under EMCP  launched in 1997,the criteria for selection of PHCs included the following EXCEPT: 
Select and explain. 
A. API more than 2 for the last 3 years, B. Plasmodium falciparum more than 30% of total malaria cases, C. The area has been reporting deaths, D. The area has been reporting epidemics
D: The area has been reporting epidemics
Answer: D: The area has been reporting epidemics 
Explanation: Under EMCP (Enhanced Malaria Control Project) launched in 1997, the criteria for selection of PHCs (Primary Health Center) include API more than 2 for the last 3 years, Plasmodium falciparum more than 30% of total malaria cases and the area has been reporting deaths.