The STOP-R survey aimed to provide objective, regular and timely information on tobacco users (smokeless and smoked forms) living in rural areas of Pakistan to help key policy decisions.

The specific objectives for this study were to assess, in rural areas, the:

1. Proportion of tobacco users who use illicit cigarettes
2. Nicotine dependence and motivation to quit among tobacco u s e r s .
3. Triggers to, methods used, and success of quit attempts
4. Attitude of tobacco users towards tobacco control poli cies and cessation aides e.g., counselling, medication.