A survey done by Salaam Bombay found out that minors are able to buy loose cigarettes easily. This is a serious issue and violation of Cigarette and Other Tobacco Products Act(COTPA). There are a number of health problems due to smoking and we can see why - minors are able to access cigarettes easily. What is the law? Under Section 6(a) of COTPA it is an offence to sell cigarettes to a minor. The section also mandates the display of prominent signboard with pictorial warnings at the point of sale. It clearly states that the children are not supposed to