Central Bureau of Narcotics
| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Government of India |
| Parent department | Department of Revenue (India) |
The Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) is an Indian government agency responsible for enforcing narcotics laws and regulations. It operates under the Department of Revenue (India) in the Ministry of Finance (India). The CBN is tasked with the implementation of the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act) and other related laws.
History[edit | edit source]
The Central Bureau of Narcotics has its origins in the Opium Department established during the British Raj. Post-independence, the agency was restructured to address the evolving challenges of narcotics control in India.
Functions[edit | edit source]
The primary functions of the Central Bureau of Narcotics include:
- Licensing and supervision of the cultivation of opium poppy in India.
- Prevention and control of drug trafficking and abuse of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances.
- Enforcement of the NDPS Act and other related laws.
- Coordination with other national and international agencies involved in narcotics control.
Organizational Structure[edit | edit source]
The CBN is headed by the Narcotics Commissioner, who is supported by a team of officers and staff. The agency operates through its headquarters and various field offices across India.
Key Legislation[edit | edit source]
The Central Bureau of Narcotics enforces several key pieces of legislation, including:
- Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985
- Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1988
- Opium Act, 1857
- Opium Act, 1878
International Cooperation[edit | edit source]
The CBN collaborates with various international organizations and agencies to combat the global menace of narcotics trafficking. It is a member of the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) and works closely with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
See also[edit | edit source]
- Narcotics Control Bureau
- Drug policy of India
- Ministry of Finance (India)
- Department of Revenue (India)
References[edit | edit source]
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