The Appellate Tribunal under Section 68N of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985…
Section 68N NDPS Act sets up the Appellate Tribunal to hear appeals against orders under sections 68F, 68-I, 68K(1) and 68L, that is, orders seizing or freezing illegally…
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The Appellate Tribunal under Section 68N of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 hears appeals against orders relating to:
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Correct answer B
Section 68N NDPS Act sets up the Appellate Tribunal to hear appeals against orders under sections 68F, 68-I, 68K(1) and 68L, that is, orders seizing or freezing illegally acquired property, declaring it forfeited, imposing a fine in lieu of forfeiture and dealing with trust property. Arrests, searches and controlled deliveries are enforcement steps, and sentences are challenged before the criminal appellate courts, not this Tribunal.