As per clause (a) of section 2, of the Control of Narcotics Substances Act, 1997 a person psychically or mentally dependent on any narcotic drug or psychotropic substance or a person who habitually uses narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances is called__________?
Correct answer: A. Addict
- A. Addict
- B. Patient
- C. Offender
- D. None of above
Explanation
Section 2(a) uses “addict” for a person who is physically or mentally dependent on narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances, or who habitually uses them. Patient and offender are not the statutory definition.
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