As part of the nationwide observance of World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) on 31st May 2025, the Department of School Education & Literacy, under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in collaboration with MyGov, is launching a special Online Tobacco Awareness Quiz.
This initiative is designed to empower students and citizens with critical knowledge about the dangers of tobacco use and the misleading strategies employed by the tobacco and nicotine industry.
Theme: "Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing Industry Tactics on Tobacco and Nicotine Products"
In line with the World No Tobacco Day 2025 theme, the quiz aims to:
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Expose the deceptive and aggressive marketing tactics used by the tobacco and nicotine industry.
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Educate participants on the wide-ranging health and social consequences of tobacco use.
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Encourage young people to critically evaluate the appeal of such products and make informed, healthy choices.
Why This Matters
Tobacco use remains one of the leading causes of preventable death and disease in India. As the industry evolves to target younger audiences with newer products and tactics, it becomes increasingly important to arm students and youth with facts and awareness.
This quiz serves as a powerful tool for public education, youth engagement, and behavioral change, helping to build a tobacco-free future for India.
Who Can Participate?
The quiz is open to all Indian citizens, with a special focus on school and college students across the country. No prior registration fee is required, and participation is completely free of cost.
Key Highlights
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Objective: To spread awareness and debunk myths about tobacco and nicotine use.
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Target Audience: All Indian citizens, especially school and college students.
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Mode: Online via the MyGov platform.
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Participation Certificate: All participants will receive a digital Certificate of Participation.
How to Participate
Participants can log in to the MyGov portal and navigate to the Tobacco Awareness Quiz section. The quiz will feature questions based on:
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Health risks of tobacco and nicotine products
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World No Tobacco Day and its objectives
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Marketing tactics and industry influence
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Policies and government efforts to curb tobacco use
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