Indian Hemp Drugs Commission

Indian Hemp Drugs Commission

The Indian Hemp Drugs Commission (pronunciation: /ˈɪndiən hɛmp drʌgz kəˈmɪʃən/) was a British colonial research study established in the 19th century. The commission was tasked with examining the cannabis trade in India and its implications on society.

Etymology

The term "Indian Hemp Drugs Commission" is derived from the commission's primary focus. "Indian" refers to the geographical location, "Hemp" is a common term for Cannabis, and "Drugs Commission" signifies the body's role in investigating the use and trade of such substances.

History

The Indian Hemp Drugs Commission was established in 1893 by the British colonial government in India. The commission was formed in response to international criticism over the British government's role in the cannabis trade. The commission was tasked with investigating the cultivation of the cannabis plant, the preparation of drugs from it, the trade in such drugs, the social and moral impact of its consumption, and possible prohibition or other restrictions.

Findings

The commission's report, published in 1894, concluded that moderate use of hemp drugs was relatively harmless and even potentially beneficial in some cases. It recommended against prohibition, arguing that it would be unjustifiable from a moral, social, or medical standpoint. The commission's findings were largely ignored by the British government, which continued to regulate the cannabis trade in India.

Related Terms

• Cannabis
• British Raj
• Drug policy
• Prohibition

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Indian Hemp Drugs Commission
• Wikipedia's article - Indian Hemp Drugs Commission

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