Question

Choose the odd pair out with respect to their effect on health of an individual.

• A. Sugar - Chalk powder
• B. Chilli powder - Brick powder
• C. Dal - Kesari dal
• D. Pepper - Papaya seeds

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Dal - Kesari dal

Dal is often adulterated with Kesari dal as they are similar in appearance and when put together, they are hard to distinguish. They are the odd pair out of the given options because of the effect they cause on our health. Adulterants of pepper, chilli powder and sugar (papaya seeds, brick powder and chalk powder respectively) cause stomach or liver-related diseases whereas Kesari dal causes paralysis to the lower half of our body. Hence, Dal - Kesari Dal is the odd pair.