Question

International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) was prepared by:

• A. Amercian Psychological Association
• B. American Psychiatric Association
• C. UNICEF
• D. World Health Organisation

Hint:

WHO prepared the ICD-10, so option (4).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
ICD-10 is a standard system for naming and grouping diseases and mental disorders. It is used by doctors and health workers across the world.

Step 2: Key Fact.
The ICD is prepared and published by the World Health Organisation (WHO). ICD-10 is its tenth edition.

Step 3: Check option (1).
The American Psychological Association does not publish ICD. So (1) is wrong.

Step 4: Check option (2).
The American Psychiatric Association publishes a different system, the DSM. So (2) is wrong.

Step 5: Check option (3).
UNICEF works for the welfare of children and does not prepare disease lists. So (3) is wrong.

Step 6: Check option (4).
WHO prepares the ICD, so (4) is correct.

Final Answer:
ICD-10 was prepared by the World Health Organisation. This is option (4).