Narcotics: INTRODUCTION Narcotic Drugs and

INTRODUCTION Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances have several medical and scientific uses. However, they can be and are also abused and trafficked. India's approach towards Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances is enshrined in Article 47 of the Constitution of India which mandates that the ‘State shall endeavour to bring about prohibition of the consumption except for medicinal purposes of intoxicating drinks and of drugs which are injurious to health’. The same principle of ... A common question about narcotic drugs is simply, " what are narcotics ?" Narcotics are drugs that have sedative effects, such as opiates and opioids. Narcotics are drugs that block or reduce pain by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord. Dear Friends, Welcome to the official website of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), India. As the nation's premier agency in the fight against drug trafficking and abuse, the NCB is committed to safeguarding the health and security of our society by eliminating the menace of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. Our mission is multifaceted—ranging from intelligence gathering and enforcement to rehabilitation efforts and public awareness. We work relentlessly to strengthen ...