MCQs with answers on “India’s Approach to Combating Drug Trafficking” 

1. Which of the following is the primary agency responsible for tackling drug trafficking in India?

a) Intelligence Bureau
b) Narcotics Control Bureau
c) Central Bureau of Investigation
d) Enforcement Directorate

Answer: b) Narcotics Control Bureau

2. The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, was enacted to:

a) Regulate the medical use of narcotics
b) Combat the illegal production and trafficking of drugs
c) Increase taxes on narcotics
d) Legalize certain drugs for medical use

Answer: b) Combat the illegal production and trafficking of drugs

3. India is a signatory to which international convention aimed at combating drug trafficking?

a) United Nations Convention Against Corruption
b) United Nations Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime
c) Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs
d) International Convention on Drug Control

Answer: c) Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs

4. Which border of India is most vulnerable to drug trafficking due to its proximity to countries producing illegal narcotics?

a) Eastern Border
b) Northern Border
c) Western Border
d) Southern Border

Answer: c) Western Border

5. The National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre (NDDTC) operates under which institution?

a) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
b) National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS)
c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
d) Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)

Answer: a) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)

6. Which of the following regions in India is most affected by the trafficking of synthetic drugs like methamphetamine?

a) Jammu and Kashmir
b) Punjab
c) North-East India
d) Rajasthan

Answer: c) North-East India

7. The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched which initiative to combat drug addiction in India?

a) Drug Abuse Prevention Programme
b) Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan
c) National Drug Rehabilitation Centre
d) Anti-Drug Addiction Initiative

Answer: b) Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

8. Which of the following countries is a major source of heroin trafficking into India?

a) Afghanistan
b) Myanmar
c) Pakistan
d) China

Answer: a) Afghanistan

9. The “Operation Trishul” was an initiative to combat drug trafficking, launched by which Indian organization?

a) Narcotics Control Bureau
b) Central Bureau of Narcotics
c) Border Security Force
d) Indian Army

Answer: a) Narcotics Control Bureau

10. What is the main purpose of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in relation to India?

a) Enforce drug laws in India
b) Provide financial assistance for drug rehabilitation
c) Coordinate with India on global drug control efforts
d) Organize anti-drug awareness programs in India

Answer: c) Coordinate with India on global drug control efforts

11. Which of the following Indian states has a significant problem with drug addiction, especially in its youth population?

a) Uttar Pradesh
b) Punjab
c) Maharashtra
d) Tamil Nadu

Answer: b) Punjab

12. The Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, is primarily concerned with:

a) Control of drug production for medical purposes
b) Regulating illegal drug trade
c) Promoting the use of narcotics
d) Providing legal access to recreational drugs

Answer: a) Control of drug production for medical purposes

13. The “Narco-Analysis Test” is used in India as part of investigations into:

a) Corruption cases
b) Terrorism
c) Drug trafficking and drug-related crimes
d) Financial crimes

Answer: c) Drug trafficking and drug-related crimes

14. India has a joint task force with which country to combat drug trafficking through the “Golden Crescent” region?

a) Nepal
b) Afghanistan
c) Myanmar
d) Bangladesh

Answer: b) Afghanistan

15. Which of the following acts as a major transit route for drug trafficking from the Golden Triangle into India?

a) Assam
b) Nagaland
c) Manipur
d) Mizoram

Answer: c) Manipur

16. The “National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction” in India is designed to:

a) Encourage the cultivation of medicinal plants
b) Reduce demand for illegal drugs
c) Increase the production of legal drugs
d) Promote drug tourism

Answer: b) Reduce demand for illegal drugs

17. Which of the following Indian states shares a border with Afghanistan, making it vulnerable to drug trafficking?

a) Jammu and Kashmir
b) Rajasthan
c) Punjab
d) Gujarat

Answer: a) Jammu and Kashmir

18. In the context of drug trafficking, what is the “Golden Triangle” region known for?

a) Production of cocaine
b) Major route for heroin trafficking
c) Global illicit tobacco trade
d) Illegal arms trade

Answer: b) Major route for heroin trafficking

19. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) works with which of the following to combat drug smuggling?

a) Central Bureau of Narcotics
b) Narcotics Control Bureau
c) Enforcement Directorate
d) Customs Department

Answer: d) Customs Department

20. Which international organization does India cooperate with to combat drug trafficking and organized crime?

a) World Health Organization (WHO)
b) Interpol
c) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
d) World Bank

Answer: b) Interpol

21. Which of the following drug trafficking routes is most active between India and Myanmar?

a) Northeastern India
b) Jammu and Kashmir
c) Southern Tamil Nadu
d) Gujarat

Answer: a) Northeastern India

22. The “National Narcotics Control Bureau” primarily focuses on:

a) Investigating illicit arms trade
b) Coordinating anti-drug policies
c) Providing legal advice on narcotics
d) Regulating medical narcotics

Answer: b) Coordinating anti-drug policies

23. Which of the following drugs is most commonly trafficked from Pakistan into India?

a) Cocaine
b) Methamphetamine
c) Heroin
d) Cannabis

Answer: c) Heroin

24. India’s “National Policy on Drug Demand Reduction” primarily aims to:

a) Regulate the sale of drugs in pharmacies
b) Address the causes and reduce the demand for illicit drugs
c) Increase drug production for medical needs
d) Improve the quality of recreational drugs

Answer: b) Address the causes and reduce the demand for illicit drugs

25. Which of the following is a key challenge in combating drug trafficking in India’s border areas?

a) Lack of infrastructure
b) Political instability in neighboring countries
c) Growing illicit drug markets
d) All of the above

Answer: d) All of the above

26. Which Indian state has seen a significant rise in the trafficking of methamphetamine, particularly in border areas?

a) Assam
b) Manipur
c) Mizoram
d) Punjab

Answer: c) Mizoram

27. Which of the following efforts has been undertaken by the Indian government to prevent drug trafficking and reduce demand?

a) National Anti-Drug Campaigns
b) Border Patrol Enhancement
c) Drug Rehabilitation Programs
d) All of the above

Answer: d) All of the above

28. The “Operation Sunbeam” is related to which of the following in India?

a) Counter-terrorism
b) Counter-narcotics operations
c) Border security
d) Digital data security

Answer: b) Counter-narcotics operations

29. Which of the following agencies works closely with local police to monitor and control drug trafficking in India’s rural and urban areas?

a) Narcotics Control Bureau
b) State Drug Enforcement Agencies
c) Border Security Force
d) Intelligence Bureau

Answer: b) State Drug Enforcement Agencies

30. What is the primary focus of India’s “Anti-Drug Clubs” in schools and colleges?

a) Promoting drug sales prevention
b) Raising awareness about the dangers of drug use
c) Teaching about the benefits of medicinal drugs
d) Offering rehabilitation services

Answer: b) Raising awareness about the dangers of drug use

These MCQs and answers provide a comprehensive understanding of India’s approach to combating drug trafficking, which is crucial for the Civil Services Examination.