CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The 6th Meeting of the BIMSTEC Sub-Group on Prevention of Illicit Trafficking in Narcotic Drugs, Psychotropic Substances and Precursor Chemicals was held on 28-29 October 2021, hosted by Sri Lanka in virtual format.

Detailed explanation-2: -Kyrgyzstan has signed an MoU with India for strengthening cooperation in the field of tourism. Q. RBI extends Currency Swap Arrangement with SAARC nations to enhance economic cooperation and strengthening financial stability among the SAARC countries. Which of the following statement is not correct?

Detailed explanation-3: -The National Policy on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances is based on Article 47 of the Indian Constitution which directs the State to endeavour to bring about prohibition of the consumption, except for medicinal purposes, of intoxicating drugs injurious to health.

Detailed explanation-4: -What is the NDPS Act? The NDPS Act prohibits a person from the production/manufacturing/cultivation, possession, sale, purchasing, transport, storage, and/or consumption of any narcotic drug or psychotropic substance. Initially enacted in 1985, the Act was amended three times in 1988, 2001 and 2014.

Detailed explanation-5: -India Code: Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988. Long Title: An Act to provide for detention in certain cases for the purpose of preventing illicit traffic in narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances and for matters connected therewith.