Legal Framework On Drug Abuse Prevention: Indian Perspective
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C. Neethu, Dr. Ambedkar Global Law Institute
K. Kokila, Bharath Institute of Law
INTRODUCTION
The Psychotropic Chemicals Act 1985 and Narcotic Drugs Act serve as temporary legislation that regulates the production, usage, and disposal of the hazardous substances outlined below. His beating was intended to deter individuals from engaging in the use of illegal narcotics, which can be detrimental to one's physical health. Substance abuse represents a major social concern. The misuse of drugs is increasing, with many young individuals developing addictions as a consequence. The trafficking of narcotic and psychotropic drugs into India, along with other forms of illegal drug trade, has led to worryingly high levels of substance addiction among teenagers and the general population. The entire generation faces a risk of succumbing to drug dependency. In the presence of illegal drugs, no individual, family, or community is secure. Drug production and drug cartels may exert control over farmers; while trafficking and criminal activities can dominate communities, and drugs can take control over the bodies and minds of consumers. Substance abuse devastates lives and communities, obstructing meaningful human development. The effects of drug use permeate all areas of society, especially among the youth. This situation has necessitated the implementation of legal drug control measures.
PROGRESSIVE DEVELOPMENT OF DRUG LAWS IN INDIA
According to Article 47 of the Indian Constitution, which states that "The state will strive to prevent the use of non-alcoholic and hazardous drugs," India aims to address the growing concern surrounding opiates and psychotropic substances effectively. Various central and state institutions in India have been utilized to manage the documentation related to opiate narcotics. Given the opium incidents of 1857 and 1878 and the Dangerous Drugs Act of 1930, it appears that the leaders of the central initiatives had made such declarations long ago. Certain disparities in the laws that gave authorities the power to act regarding the Exhibitions imposed until now emerged with the onset of the development era, which was subsequently followed by advances in illicit logistics and drug abuse at the international level. This pertains to ongoing legal frameworks and extensive legislation.
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