Consider the following statements : 1. In tropical regions, Zika virus disease is transmitted by the same mosquito that transmits dengue. 2. Sexual transmission of Zika virus disease is possible. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. Statement 1 is correct. In tropical regions, the primary vector for Zika virus disease is the Aedes aegypti mosquito. This is the same mosquito species that transmits other diseases like dengue, chikungunya, and yellow fever. 2. Statement 2 is correct. Scientific evidence confirms that sexual transmission of the Zika virus is possible. The virus can be passed from an infected person to their sexual partner(s). 3. Since both statements are correct, the correct option is (C).