The number of tobacco-related deaths in India could reach up to one-and-a-half million a year by 2020...

The number of tobacco-related deaths in India could reach up to one-and-a-half million a year by 2020...

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Biology, Social Studies, Health

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the severe impact of tobacco use in India, highlighting the story of Naveen Khanna, a retired engineer who suffered from mouth cancer due to chewing tobacco. It presents alarming statistics about tobacco use and its health consequences in India, where millions are affected. Dr. Harry Chaturvedi, an oncologist, advocates for a complete ban on tobacco, citing the high number of cancer cases linked to its use. Despite existing laws and global treaties, the implementation of tobacco control measures in India is lacking, with activists calling for higher taxes and stricter enforcement to curb the growing epidemic.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Naveen Khanna's profession before he became involved in the anti-tobacco campaign?

Engineer

Teacher

Doctor

Lawyer

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many tobacco users are there in India?

300 million

275 million

200 million

100 million

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated annual death toll in India due to tobacco-related diseases?

500,000

1.5 million

1 million

750,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Dr. Harry Chaturvedi?

A government official

A leading oncologist in Delhi

A cancer patient

A tobacco company executive

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern for medical experts regarding tobacco use?

The lack of tobacco products

The increasing cost of tobacco

The decreasing age of users

The rise in tobacco farming