Current Affairs Based Model MCQs

Total Questions: 20
1

Recently, Auramine O, a banned synthetic dye, has re-emerged in India’s food chain, highlighting recurring concerns about chemical adulteration. With reference to Auramine O, consider the following statements:

  1. Auramine O is a synthetic yellow industrial dye produced from compounds such as dimethylaniline and formaldehyde.
  2. It is approved for use as a food colour in India and the European Union but banned in the United States.
  3. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies Auramine O as a substance that is possibly carcinogenic to humans.
  4. Auramine O is used illegally to colour turmeric, sweets, chickpeas and street food items despite the ban.
Which of the above statements are correct?
A
1, 3 and 4 only
B
2 and 3 only
C
1 and 2 only
D
1, 2, 3 and 4
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