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: Surgery
A 6 month old child presents with congenital inguinal hernia. Next step would be: March 2012, September 2012 
Select and explain. 
A. Observation, B. Wait for 3 years & operate, C. Operate immediately, D. Truss
C: Operate immediately
Answer: C: Operate immediately 
Explanation: Ans: C i.e. Operate immediately