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Received: 13 June 2025

Accepted: 19 August 2025

First Online: 31 August 2025

Declarations

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: Although this study is based on primary data collected directly from participants, formal ethical approval was not obtained due to the nature and context of the research. The data collection involved non-sensitive information, and participants were fully informed about the purpose of the study, and the research rigorously complied with the ethical standards set out by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), and the Market Research Society of India (MRSI). Per APA guidelines, informed consent was obtained from every subject, confirming that everyone was well informed about the research’s objectives, methodology, possible risks, and benefits before participating. Furthermore, secrecy was emphasised, subjects’ private data was protected and anonymised to maintain confidentiality. Participation was optional, allowing people to leave the research at any time without facing repercussions. The study protocols prioritised the reduction of possible damage and included measures to mitigate any psychological suffering encountered by participants. The research adhered to the Declaration of Helsinki, the World Medical Association’s Code of Ethics, and the Guidelines for Conducting, Reporting, Editing, and Publication of Academic Work. All methods were carried out according to relevant guidelines and regulations. Informed consent was obtained from all the participants.

: I, the undersigned, consent to publishing identifying information, including photographs and/or textual data, in the Journal.

: The authors declare no competing interests.