This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pathology
Thalassemia gives protection against ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Filaria, B. Kala-azar, C. Malaria, D. Leptospirosis
C: Malaria
Answer: C: Malaria 
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Malaria Types of anemia, that have protective effect against R falciparum malaria : - G6PD deficiency, Sickle cell anemia, Thalassemia, HbC, Pyruvate kinase deficiency