3. Narcotic drugs
‘’Narkos’’
Means coca leaf, cannabis (hemp),
Papaver somniferum, straw and
includes all manufactured drugs
Ex- Morphine, Codeine and Heroin
4. Psychotropic Substances
Psycho & trope
Means Any drug capable of affecting
the mind, emotions, and behavior
Ex- Diazepam, Helazepam,
Lorazepam, Barbital etc.
7. Erythoxylum Coca
COCCAIN or Coke or Crack
Taken by- Snorting
•Stimulate CNS producing
Euphoria and increased
energy
8. Evolution of law
The Opium Act of 1878.
The Dangerous Drugs Act of 1930.
On 16th September 1985, the above
mentioned Acts were repealed and Act
61 of NDPS Act 1985 was enforced.
9. CONTINUE…..
United nation pressurize to INDIA for
commencement of this Act
Convention on narcotic drugs 1961
Convention on psychotropic substance 1971
Convetion on illicit traffic of Narcotic Drugs
and Psychotropic Substance 1988
11. Drugs
A drug is any substance (with the exception of food
and water) which, when taken into the body, alters the
body's function either physically and/or
psychologically. Drugs may be legal (e.g. alcohol,
caffeine and tobacco) or illegal (e.g. cannabis, cocaine
and heroin)
12. How to take Drugs
Snorting
Suppository
Slamming
Swallowing
Smoking
18. 1989 AMENDMENT TO NDPS ACT:
National Fund for Control of
Drugs Abuse
Now State government can produce these drugs.
2.Central government can Add and omit from list
19. ILLEGAL THINGS UNDER
NDPS ACT
Production Posses
Store Manufacture
Import Export
Consume Purchase
Sell Cultivate
20. punishments
12. Rigorous imprisonment for not less than 10years, which
may be extended up to 20 years and a fine of not less than
1lakh rupees, which may extended to 2 lakh rupees
30. For preparation –half time of punishment
31. For repeat offence- one and half time punishment
3. For handling ‘Ganja’, a rigorous imprisonment which may
extend to 10years and a fine up to 1lakh rupees.
21. Drug Small quantity Commercial quantity
Amphetamine 2 grams (0.071 oz) 50 grams (1.8 oz)
Charas 100 grams (3.5 oz) 1 kilogram (2.2 lb)
Cocaine 2 grams (0.071 oz) 100 grams (3.5 oz)
Ganja 1 kilogram (2.2 lb) 20 kilograms (44 lb)
Heroin 5 grams (0.18 oz) 250 grams (8.8 oz)
LSD 2 milligrams (0.031 gr) 100 milligrams (1.5 gr)
Methadone 2 grams (0.071 oz) 50 grams (1.8 oz)
Morphine 5 grams (0.18 oz) 250 grams (8.8 oz)
Opium 25 grams (0.88 oz) 2.5 kilograms (5.5 lb)
The table below lists the current definition of
a small quantity and a commercial quantity for
some popular drugs.
22. Continue……
37. Cognizable and non- bailable
42. Search, seize and arrest without warrant
India is one of the most largest producer of
narcotic drugs
Editor's Notes
Bhang
In the West, marijuana is gaining popularity as a medicinal substance for helping to
treat cancer, the side-effects of chemo-therapy, glaucoma, epilepsy, HIV, diabetes, MS,
nausea and vomiting, and to treat pain in general
Khaskhasaphala
Benefits of Poppy Seeds
Poppy seeds have immense benefits to a man. Poppy is an important herb in Ayurveda to treat various health conditions. It has various properties such as aphrodisiac, analgesic, calmative, bactericidal, demulcent, expectorant, emollient, hypotensive, hemostat, hypnotic, nervine, narcotic, sedative and anodyne. Thus, poppy has various benefits in medicines.The Sanskrit name for poppy is Khaskhasaphala. It is commonly known by various names such as white poppy, aphium and posta. Its botanical name is Papaver somniferum. Seeds and flowers of the herb are used for medicinal purpose. Various health benefits of poppy are described in this article.Ayurvedic Properties of PoppyPoppy has the following Ayurvedic properties:Rasa – Madhura (Sweet), Kashaya (Astringent)Vipaka – Madhura (Sweet)Veerya – SeetaveeryaPoppy Seeds Medicinal UsesHealth Benefits of Poppy Seeds are as follows:Digestion – Poppy seeds are beneficial for good digestive system.Heart Attacks – Poppy seeds oil is used for treatment of cardiovascular diseases such as strokes. heart attacks and other heart diseases.Breast Cancer – Poppy seeds oil is used for treatment of breast cancer as it is rich in oleic acid.Energy – Poppy seeds have rich carbohydrate content. Thus, poppy seeds enhance the energy levels.Insomnia – 30 grams of poppy seeds milk is mixed with sugar and taken for relief from insomnia. Insomnia can also be relieved by taking poppy oil every night.Dysentery – Its seeds are used as a cure for dysentery. Saute ¼ teaspoon of poppy seeds in honey till it becomes golden brown. It should be taken twice a day but not for more than three days as it has sedative effect.Burning Sensation – Poppy roots paste is rubbed externally on skin to get relief from burning sensation.Joints Pain – Poppy is beneficial for relief from problems like rheumatism, gout and arthritis.Dry Itching – Lime juice mixed in poppy seeds paste gives relief from dry itching.Poppy seeds are also helpful in relief from various types of cancers, abscesses, ulcers, carbuncles, syphilis, scrofula and leprosy.The above are some of the health benefits of poppy seeds. Poppy seeds also have rich sources of fatty acids, especially omega-3 fatty acids which ensures good health of a person. It has various enzymes like diastase, lipase, emulsin and nuclease. It also has various minerals such as manganese, iodine, zinc, magnesium and copper.