This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Communicable diseases, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine
According to WHO latest treatment of leprosy is - 
Select and explain. 
A. 2 yrs. Or negative slit smear negative which ever is longer for multibacillary, B. Life long treatment, C. Six months treatment for paucibacillary, D. Not specified
C: Six months treatment for paucibacillary
Answer: C: Six months treatment for paucibacillary 
Explanation: According to WHO, Multibacillary :- MB blisterpacks for 12 months , within 18 months Paucibacillary :-PB Blisterpacks for 6 months ,within 9 months. Reference : Park&;s Textbook of preventive and social medicine, 24th edition.Pg no. 341