THE SOCIAL IMPACT OF CANNABIS ON INDIA AND THE WORLD
Vansh Lalwani
School of Law
Christ (Deemed to be University)
ABSTRACT:
The main idea of this research paper is to review and analyze the legalization of cannabis in India. Cannabis also had a prehistoric value mentioned in Ayurveda as an ingredient for pain relief and erotica, but in small quantities and has a great religious connection with people at this time. This research looks at the benefits that the government will get after legalizing cannabis, as it would significantly increase revenue and reduce unemployment in India. It also explains the medicinal uses of cannabis. We also discussed that before 1985 the use of cannabis was legal in India. Cultivation and use of cannabis are historically rooted in the Indian subcontinent and this rich heritage of cannabis use goes back at least two thousand years and was also worthy of its time, but in small quantities and in this era religious relations with the people are very good. Cannabis remains an illegal substance in India despite its changing global status, with many countries legalizing cannabis use in recent years. Clinical studies on hashish use in India have additionally been sparse. Despite having strict laws like NDPS, drug smuggling and trafficking are on the rise in India. This study examines the gains the government makes after legalizing cannabis in India as it will lead to a significant increase in income in India and a reduction in unemployment. It also discussed the medicinal use of cannabis. Many countries have legalized the use of cannabis in recent years and despite its changing global status, cannabis remains an illegal substance in India. Even after the NDPS of 1985, the legalization of cannabis remains controversial, and the sale and possession of cannabis are illegal in India. However, we know, cannabis has many health benefits and helps treat serious illnesses such as Cancer and AIDS. This research paper also includes a case of a non-profit government organization focused on legalizing the use of medical, industrial, and recreational cannabis in India. This paper also consists of the latest crime rates in the world after legalizing cannabis with changing attitudes and the loosening of restrictions on cannabis use, the prevalence of new users is increasing dramatically, especially in the younger populations. However, legalization would not alone help, a regulatory body should be established that would control the sale of cannabis and should also record the use of cannabis which is only used for legal purposes and not any other purpose.