The Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988

The Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988 was enacted to prevent and control the illegal traffic of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances in India. The Act defines various offenses, such as production, manufacture, cultivation, transport, and possession of illicit drugs, and provides strict penalties for them. It also outlines the powers and duties of the officers involved in the investigation and prosecution of these offenses. The Act empowers the Central Government to take measures to prevent and control drug abuse and to promote research, education, and training programs. It also provides for the establishment of special courts to ensure the speedy trial of offenses under this Act.