Indian government has taken the decision of legalization of weed. This is the first step towards the legalization of marijuana. The government is also planning to legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes.
The cannabis plant is a member of the mint family, and it has a high THC content. It is also known as cannabis sativa. It is a green herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 meters. This plant is a source of medicinal benefits.
According to the Indian law, it is illegal to grow, sell, or use marijuana. However, it is not banned in India. The main reason behind the ban is the religious belief of the Hindu religion.
Why Marijuana Is Legalized?
The marijuana is a psychoactive drug. It is also known as cannabis sativa. This drug is used to treat chronic pain, nausea, and other diseases. The medical cannabis has various health benefits.
Marijuana has been legalized in many countries like the Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Canada, and Uruguay. But, it is still illegal in many countries like the United States, China, and Russia.
The government of India has taken the decision to legalize marijuana.
There are several reasons behind the legalization of marijuana:
1. It will create a new job opportunity
There are many jobs that will be created due to the legalization of marijuana. According to the government, there will be around 1,000 new jobs created.
The people who work in the cannabis industry will get a good salary.
2. It will help in reducing the crime rate
According to the statistics, the number of crimes committed in the country has increased by 12% every year. It is expected that the legalization of marijuana will reduce the crime rate.
3. It will help in reducing the burden on the government
The government is facing a huge financial burden due to the imprisonment of the people for the possession of marijuana. If the government legalizes the marijuana, then it will save a lot of money.
4. It will help in providing better healthcare services
The government of India is planning to legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes. The people who are suffering from chronic pain and other diseases can get relief from the use of marijuana.
Conclusion:
The government of India is taking a bold step to legalize the marijuana. It is expected that the government will legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes. This will help in providing better health care facilities to the people.