Section 18 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 punishment scheme is-
Section 18 NDPS Act has three clauses: (a) small quantity, (b) commercial quantity and (c) "any other case", each with its own punishment. It applies only to opium poppy and…
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Section 18 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 punishment scheme is-
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Section 18 NDPS Act has three clauses: (a) small quantity, (b) commercial quantity and (c) "any other case", each with its own punishment. It applies only to opium poppy and opium, so it cannot vary by type of drug, and it is not limited to commercial trafficking.