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QUIZ: Can you guess why these ads were banned?

Will Heilpern,Will HeilpernJun 2, 2016, 20:29 IST

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Controversial ads get banned all the time by advertising authorities, TV networks, and social media sites like Facebook.

Most often, they are disallowed for simple reasons like being too sexual, or for making false statements. However, the specific reasons for bans are sometimes surprising. One ad was banned for claiming that laughter can help you lose weight, while another was restricted for "simulating drug use."

We gathered 21 ads that were made forbidden by various advertising regulators and media platforms around the world. Can you guess why each one was banned?