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Mental health in India

Suicide in India
Suicide was the most common cause of death in both the age groups of 15–29 years and 15–39 years. According to WHO data, the age standardized suicide rate in India is 16.4 per 100,000 for women (6th highest in the world) and 25.8 for men (ranking 22nd).

Government

 * Mental Health Act, 1987
 * Mental Healthcare Act, 2017