Describe the salient provisions of the NDPS Act, 1989

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The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1989 (NDPS Act) is an important piece of legislation in India that deals with the control and regulation of operations relating to narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. The act was enacted to fulfill India's obligations under the United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, 1988. The NDPS Act, 1989, provides the legal framework for regulating the production, manufacture, possession, sale, purchase, transport, warehousing, use, consumption, inter-State movement, import inter-State, export inter-State, import into India, export from India or transshipment of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances.

Here are some of the salient provisions of the NDPS Act, 1989:

1. Control and Regulation:
   The NDPS Act classifies narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances into three schedules, with Schedule I containing the most potent and dangerous substances. The act imposes strict control and regulation on the manufacture, possession, sale, and use of these substances. It also establishes a system of licensing and permits for authorized individuals and entities to handle these substances.

2. Offenses and Penalties:
   The act prescribes severe penalties for various offenses related to narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, including illegal possession, production, manufacture, sale, purchase, transport, warehousing, and use of such substances. Penalties can range from imprisonment and fines to the forfeiture of property.

3. Banning Specific Substances:
   The NDPS Act empowers the Central Government to add or remove substances from the schedules through notifications. This allows for the timely _____ _________ _____________ ___ __________ ____ _____ _______ ____ ______ ___.
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Degree : BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Course Name : Bachelor of Social Work
Course Code : BSW
Subject Name : Substance Abuse and Counseling
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Year : 2023