Taxmann Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1985 with Rules Bare Act with Section Notes Edition 2025

Description

Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1985 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a comprehensive legal reference consolidating India’s principal legislation on narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, and related regulations. This volume presents the complete text of the NDPS Act along with all pertinent Rules, Amendments, and allied Acts such as the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1988. It also includes important subsidiary legislation and directives governing everything from licensing, manufacturing, cultivation, and distribution to penalties and procedures, forfeiture, and disposal.

By bringing together the core statute, rules, forms, and practical notes, this publication clarifies the framework that regulates narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances in India. Readers will find it helpful for reference, compliance, and case preparation.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Practising Lawyers & Legal Consultants – For comprehensive coverage of the NDPS Act and related rules, along with handy section notes that aid legal interpretation
• Judicial Officers & Law Enforcement – For a ready reference to the procedures, powers, penalties, and enforcement mechanisms detailed under the NDPS Act, Rules, and allied legislation
• Government Departments & Authorities – To ensure compliance with regulatory mandates, licensing requirements, and forfeiture provisions
• Students, Researchers & Academicians – A single-volume reference for in-depth study of narcotics-related laws and rules in India
• Compliance Officers & Corporate Legal Teams – To understand statutory obligations concerning narcotic and psychotropic substances, ensuring corporate adherence to legal standards

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the NDPS Act [Act No. 61 of 1985] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Complete Text of the NDPS Act 1985] Presents the legislation in a clear, readable format, ensuring easy cross-reference
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Coverage of All Relevant Rules & Notifications] Incorporates central rules, including the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Rules 1985, various procedures related to forfeiture, consultative committees, disposal of seized substances, etc.
• [Inclusion of Allied Legislation] Contains the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1988 and the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Regulation of Controlled Substances) Order 2013, among others.
• [Section Notes/Short Commentary] Handy notes and brief explanations under relevant sections to facilitate quick understanding of critical provisions
• [Forms & Schedules] Includes standard application forms, consignment notes, bond execution forms, and other prescribed formats for practical use
• [User-friendly Layout] Systematically arranged chapters, section-wise indexing, and a detailed subject index for quick look-ups
• [Practical Utility] Suitable for daily court practice, reference in offices of enforcement agencies, and for teaching or study purposes in academic institutions

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Bare Act Format – Each chapter and section of the NDPS Act 1985 is presented in sequential order, followed by allied statutes in similar bare act style
• Section Notes/Brief Commentary – Under the key sections, concise notes are provided to help you quickly grasp statutory intent or practice pointers
• Rulebooks & Additional Acts – After the primary Act, the compiled Rules and subsequent legislations are organised to mirror how practitioners and readers would typically consult them
• Forms & Schedules – Placed at relevant sections or at the end of the rules, ensuring readers can easily find the correct forms for practical tasks (e.g., licensing, disposal of seized drugs, etc.)
• Subject/Keyword Index – A comprehensive index at the end for cross-referencing major topics, sections, and forms