Which of the following statements about the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances ACT (NDPS ) is true:

A. Provides severe punishment for drug users and drug peddlers alike

B. Recommends treatment / rehabilitation of drug users and punishment for drug peddlers

C. Recommends treatment / rehabilitation of drug users and punishment for drug peddlers

D. Farmers growing opium are permitted to grow and consume unlimited amounts of opium

Correct Answer: Recommends treatment / rehabilitation of drug users and punishment for drug peddlers

Description: B i.e. Recommends treatment/ rehabilitation of drug users and punishment for drug peddlers Alcohol is not included in NDPS Act, which regulates and prohibits all activities (from cultivation to consumption) of narcotic drugs & psychotropic substances except for medicinal & scientific purpose. An amendment has diluted & made the punishment less severe for drug offendersQ. It provides identification, treatment & rehabilitation of drug addicts.

Category: Forensic Medicine

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