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3. Discuss the issue of conflict of interest as it pertains to government in India Tobacco was introduced by the Portuguese in the 17th century. Thanks to its full-bodied and smooth flavor, India has become the world's third largest producer of tobacco products, producing around 800 million kg per year. In 2014-2015, 246 million kg of Indian tobacco, worth $918.9 million, were exported to around 100 countries (IBEF, 2015). The Indian tobacco industry currently employs 26 million people directly and indirectly. The tobacco industry continues to influence scientific research, regulations and government policies with distorting information by claiming that the health danger caused by tobacco products has not been proven and has continued to use this tactic to combat the tobacco industry tobacco. regulations.However, the tobacco industry contributes 12% of the total excise revenue and employs around 26 million people in India, which has put the Indian government in a difficult position.4. Give your opinion on what governments should do about tobacco