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A look at the impact of decriminalising marijuana in India, using the case study of the Sikkim Anti Drugs Act 

Should cannabis be decriminalised in India? | The Issue 

A long-standing debate concerning narcotic drugs is whether the problem is the use of drugs or the user themselves. Should drug users be viewed as criminals is a question that law enforcement struggles with till today.  

Cannabis in India is illegal. But there is also a state that looks at the use of drugs not from a criminalisation perspective, but a rehabilitative one. This is the case of Sikkim, where using cannabis is decriminalised.  

Also watch - UN removes cannabis from 'Most Dangerous Drugs' category 

In an attempt to combat the drug problem the state was going through, Sikkim in 2006 enacted the Sikkim Anti-Drugs Act. In 2017, the SADA was amended to recognise the difference between ‘peddlers’ and ‘consumers’. This did mainly two things – 1) healthcare within the state could be channelised to help the most vulnerable drug users and 2) the scheme of punishment and rehabilitation was changed, to look at users and sellers/manufacturers differently.  

In 2018, SADA went a step ahead and decriminalised illicit drug use. It also laid down elaborate provisions for detoxification and rehabilitation. Sustained advocacy by the members of civil society, doctors and de-addiction centers made a huge impact on the writing of the law, and in turn that impacted how people perceived drug use and addiction in the state.  

One of the biggest things that this amendment did was removal of the stigma. The police instead of registering cases and arresting the drug users, ascertained the need for de-addiction, facilitated rehabilitation, and focused their energies on large scale peddlers.  

Interviews conducted by the Vidhi Center for Legal Policy with the police and prison authorities revealed that undertrials in the Sikkim Central Jail had fallen from over two hundred to a mere sixty-six after the 2018 amendment.

This case study begs a larger question – how is criminalising marijuana impacting India?  

The foremost way is economically. India currently contributes only 0.001% to the world market for hemp products, which is pegged to be $4.7 billion USD today. Over three crore people in India consume cannabis. A study found that in 2018, New Delhi and Mumbai consumed 38.26 metric tonnes and 32.38 metric tonnes of cannabis respectively. It estimated that around Rs 725 crore could be raised in Delhi if cannabis is taxed. This number was pegged at Rs. 641 crore for Mumbai.  

Also watch - Ratan Tata-backed cannabis startup Bombay Hemp raises $2 million

Criminalization of cannabis use increases the strain on the criminal justice system. It is particularly felt by an already overburdened and understaffed police force. A study has also argued that this criminalisation affects the marginalised more. Research from Mumbai shows that almost every person arrested and convicted for cannabis consumption was either a daily wage worker or a slum dweller. This marginalisation is apparent through the world. Even in America, African Americans are arrested for violating marijuana possession laws at nearly four times the rates of whites, yet both ethnicities consume marijuana at roughly the same rates.

It is often argued that the reason cannabis usage can never be decriminalised in India is because of the adverse effects the substance has on our health. However, it is also true that cannabis usage continues to be ubiquitous in our country, and the method of consumption may be far more dangerous for our health.  

The stigma associated with criminalization results in social exclusion and isolation, and it makes access to healthcare and harm reduction services a lot lesser. Lack of regulation also drives users to both unsafe practices as well as contaminated material, making them prone to disease and overdose.

Also watch - Here's a deeper look at Bollywood's history with drugs

Commonly held belief suggests that India’s crackdown on cannabis started with USA’s anti-drug push in the sixties and President Joe Biden’s recent statement is a clear indication that they have moved away from this belief. Announcing a pardon of all prior Federal offenses, he said no one should be in jail for simple posession of marijuana. Many countries world over are also slowly pushing towards decriminalising marijuana and allowing for it’s use in a controlled environment.  
Now the question, should India also be looking at its relationship with marijuana from a changed perspective? Tell us what you think in the comments below!  

Watch Part I: The history of cannabis in India | The Issue 

A look at the impact of decriminalising marijuana in India, using the case study of the Sikkim Anti Drugs Act&nbsp;

A long-standing debate concerning narcotic drugs is whether the problem is the use of drugs or the user themselves. Should drug users be viewed as criminals is a question that law enforcement struggles with till today. &nbsp;
Cannabis in India is illegal. But there is also a state that looks at the use of drugs not from a criminalisation perspective, but a rehabilitative one. This is the case of Sikkim, where using cannabis is decriminalised. &nbsp;
Also watch - <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/un-removes-cannabis-from-most-dangerous-drugs-category-1606999043143" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">UN removes cannabis from 'Most Dangerous Drugs' category&nbsp;</a>
In an attempt to combat the drug problem the state was going through, Sikkim in 2006 enacted the Sikkim Anti-Drugs Act. In 2017, the SADA was amended to recognise the difference between &lsquo;peddlers&rsquo; and &lsquo;consumers&rsquo;. This did mainly two things &ndash; 1) healthcare within the state could be channelised to help the most vulnerable drug users and 2) the scheme of punishment and rehabilitation was changed, to look at users and sellers/manufacturers differently. &nbsp;
In 2018, SADA went a step ahead and decriminalised illicit drug use. It also laid down elaborate provisions for detoxification and rehabilitation. Sustained advocacy by the members of civil society, doctors and de-addiction centers made a huge impact on the writing of the law, and in turn that impacted how people perceived drug use and addiction in the state. &nbsp;
One of the biggest things that this amendment did was removal of the stigma. The police instead of registering cases and arresting the drug users, ascertained the need for de-addiction, facilitated rehabilitation, and focused their energies on large scale peddlers. &nbsp;
Interviews conducted by the Vidhi Center for Legal Policy with the police and prison authorities revealed that undertrials in the Sikkim Central Jail had fallen from over two hundred to a mere sixty-six after the 2018 amendment.
This case study begs a larger question &ndash; how is criminalising marijuana impacting India? &nbsp;
The foremost way is economically. India currently contributes only 0.001% to the world market for hemp products, which is pegged to be $4.7 billion USD today. Over three crore people in India consume cannabis. A study found that in 2018, New Delhi and Mumbai consumed 38.26 metric tonnes and 32.38 metric tonnes of cannabis respectively. It estimated that around Rs 725 crore could be raised in Delhi if cannabis is taxed. This number was pegged at Rs. 641 crore for Mumbai. &nbsp;
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Criminalization of cannabis use increases the strain on the criminal justice system. It is particularly felt by an already overburdened and understaffed police force. A study has also argued that this criminalisation affects the marginalised more. Research from Mumbai shows that almost every person arrested and convicted for cannabis consumption was either a daily wage worker or a slum dweller. This marginalisation is apparent through the world. Even in America, African Americans are arrested for violating marijuana possession laws at nearly four times the rates of whites, yet both ethnicities consume marijuana at roughly the same rates.
It is often argued that the reason cannabis usage can never be decriminalised in India is because of the adverse effects the substance has on our health. However, it is also true that cannabis usage continues to be ubiquitous in our country, and the method of consumption may be far more dangerous for our health. &nbsp;
The stigma associated with criminalization results in social exclusion and isolation, and it makes access to healthcare and harm reduction services a lot lesser. Lack of regulation also drives users to both unsafe practices as well as contaminated material, making them prone to disease and overdose.
Also watch - <a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/in-depth-bollywood-s-drug-tales-1633277865847" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Here's a deeper look at Bollywood's history with drugs</a> Commonly held belief suggests that India&rsquo;s crackdown on cannabis started with USA&rsquo;s anti-drug push in the sixties and President Joe Biden&rsquo;s recent statement is a clear indication that they have moved away from this belief. Announcing a pardon of all prior Federal offenses, he said no one should be in jail for simple posession of marijuana. Many countries world over are also slowly pushing towards decriminalising marijuana and allowing for it&rsquo;s use in a controlled environment. &nbsp; Now the question, should India also be looking at its relationship with marijuana from a changed perspective? Tell us what you think in the comments below! &nbsp;
Watch Part I: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/editorji-specials/the-history-of-cannabis-in-india-the-issue-1669383016209" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The history of cannabis in India | The Issue&nbsp;</a>

The issue of cannabis is a universal one. But unlike other universal issues – like murder or theft, where a somewhat black and white moral stands exist, it’s not so simple as far as cannabis is concerned. Where does India stand on this debate? 

The history of cannabis in India | The Issue 

The cultivation and use of cannabis is historically rooted in the Indian subcontinent and this rich heritage of cannabis use dates back at least two thousand years. Under Ayurveda, cannabis was used for a host of purposes which included treating the nervous system and even gastrointestinal issues.  

The Vedas have also talked about cannabis and included it in its list of five sacred plants, calling it a ‘liberator’ and a ‘joy giver’. The use of this drug was so prevalent in colonial India that in 1893 the British even appointed a commission to investigate the cultivation of the plant, and the effects of its consumption. The commission in its report said that moderate use of cannabis did not have any serious detrimental effect on physical, mental or moral health. Over the years, cannabis was regulated through multiple excise legislations, but it’s use was not criminalised.  

A lot of this changed with America’s prohibitionist approach to drug use, which many believe to have had racist roots.  Over decades, US pushed this form of prohibition and worked with the UN to forge a similar regime across the globe. UN Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961 created international obligations to curb traffic, cultivation and use of narcotic drugs, including marijuana.  

In the face of mounting pressure, in 1985, the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act was enacted to fulfil India’s obligations under this Convention. Thus, the use of cannabis, which was legally and socially sanctioned for thousands of years, was criminalized in one swoop.  

So, what is the real status of cannabis in our country?  

This too is complicated! Like we said before, marijuana has been part of our culture for a while, and the prime example of its usage is through the fan favourite drink ‘bhaang’  

Bhaang, is made using the leaves of the cannabis plant, and leaves are not part of the formal definition of cannabis. 

If you’re caught with a small quantity of cannabis for personal consumption you could be in prison for up to 6 months with a fine. For commercial purposes, you could face imprisonment of 6 months for a small quantity, up to 10 years for a moderate quantity and up to 20 years for a large quantity.

It’s a strict law. But apart from the NDPS Act, states have the power to draft their own laws on cannabis. For example, Uttarakhand became the first state in India to allow commercial cultivation of hemp in 2018. And the Centre in 2022 told the Delhi High Court that cannabis was not fully banned in the country, as its medical and scientific use is allowed under the law.

As per a survey by the Ministry of Social Justice, 2.8% of Indians between the ages of 10 and 75 are users of cannabis. This adds up to 3.1 crore individuals. Amongst psychoactive substances, cannabis is the second most consumed in India after alcohol. According to a study by the German data firm ABCD, Delhi consumes more weed than LA : where it’s actually legal!  

So while laws are strict, how much are they actually stopping the use of this substance and more importantly – at what cost? What do you think? Tell us in the comments below!  

The issue of cannabis is a universal one. But unlike other universal issues &ndash; like murder or theft, where a somewhat black and white moral stands exist, it&rsquo;s not so simple as far as cannabis is concerned. Where does India stand on this debate?&nbsp;

The cultivation and use of cannabis is historically rooted in the Indian subcontinent and this rich heritage of cannabis use dates back at least two thousand years. Under Ayurveda, cannabis was used for a host of purposes which included treating the nervous system and even gastrointestinal issues. &nbsp;
The Vedas have also talked about cannabis and included it in its list of five sacred plants, calling it a &lsquo;liberator&rsquo; and a &lsquo;joy giver&rsquo;. The use of this drug was so prevalent in colonial India that in 1893 the British even appointed a commission to investigate the cultivation of the plant, and the effects of its consumption. The commission in its report said that moderate use of cannabis did not have any serious detrimental effect on physical, mental or moral health. Over the years, cannabis was regulated through multiple excise legislations, but it&rsquo;s use was not criminalised. &nbsp;
A lot of this changed with America&rsquo;s prohibitionist approach to drug use, which many believe to have had racist roots. &nbsp;Over decades, US pushed this form of prohibition and worked with the UN to forge a similar regime across the globe. UN Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961 created international obligations to curb traffic, cultivation and use of narcotic drugs, including marijuana. &nbsp;
Also watch:<a href="https://www.editorji.com/lifestyle-news/health/cannabis-use-on-the-rise-post-legalisation-covid-19-lockdowns-un-report-1656331794727" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Cannabis use on the rise post legalisation &amp; Covid-19 lockdowns: UN report&nbsp;</a>
In the face of mounting pressure, in 1985, the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act was enacted to fulfil India&rsquo;s obligations under this Convention. Thus, the use of cannabis, which was legally and socially sanctioned for thousands of years, was criminalized in one swoop. &nbsp;
So, what is the real status of cannabis in our country? &nbsp;
This too is complicated! Like we said before, marijuana has been part of our culture for a while, and the prime example of its usage is through the fan favourite drink &lsquo;bhaang&rsquo; &nbsp;
Bhaang, is made using the leaves of the cannabis plant, and leaves are not part of the formal definition of cannabis.&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;re caught with a small quantity of cannabis for personal consumption you could be in prison for up to 6 months with a fine. For commercial purposes, you could face imprisonment of 6 months for a small quantity, up to 10 years for a moderate quantity and up to 20 years for a large quantity. Also watch - <a href="https://www.editorji.com/lifestyle-news/indian-ayurveda-and-the-traditional-use-of-cannabis-1635146932652" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Indian Ayurveda and the traditional use of Cannabis&nbsp;</a>
It&rsquo;s a strict law. But apart from the NDPS Act, states have the power to draft their own laws on cannabis. For example, Uttarakhand became the first state in India to allow commercial cultivation of hemp in 2018. And the Centre in 2022 told the Delhi High Court that cannabis was not fully banned in the country, as its medical and scientific use is allowed under the law.
As per a survey by the Ministry of Social Justice, 2.8% of Indians between the ages of 10 and 75 are users of cannabis. This adds up to 3.1 crore individuals. Amongst psychoactive substances, cannabis is the second most consumed in India after alcohol. According to a study by the German data firm ABCD, Delhi consumes more weed than LA : where it&rsquo;s actually legal! Also watch - <a href="https://www.editorji.com/lifestyle-news/health/what-is-cbd-let-s-talk-about-the-lesser-known-child-of-cannabis-1633689084285" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">What is CBD? Let's talk about the lesser-known child of cannabis&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;
So while laws are strict, how much are they actually stopping the use of this substance and more importantly &ndash; at what cost? What do you think? Tell us in the comments below! &nbsp;
Watch Part II: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/editorji-specials/should-cannabis-be-decriminalised-in-india-the-issue-1669383307279" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Should cannabis be decriminalised in India? | The Issue&nbsp;</a>

Places across the world that have legalised cannabis appear to have increased its regular use, according to a  UN report. 

Cannabis use has risen with legalisation and Covid-19 lockdowns: UN report

Places across the world that have legalised cannabis appear to have increased its regular use, according to a &nbsp;UN report.&nbsp;

According to a recent UN report, Cannabis use has widely increased in countries that have legalised the drug. The regular intake of the drug also rose during the Covid-19 lockdowns, raising the risk of depression and suicide, the report added.&nbsp;
Various U.S states have legalised non-medical the use of cannabis including Washington and Colorado. Other countries including Canada have taken similar steps.&nbsp;
While cannabis has been the world&rsquo;s most widely used drug, the content of the drug is also getting stronger. As per the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) annual World Drug Report, roughly 284 million people or 5.6 per cent of the world&rsquo;s population consumed drugs such as heroin, cocaine and ecstasy in 2020. Of those, 209 million used cannabis.&nbsp;
The consumption of cannabis among teenagers has not changed much but the drug use has majorly increased among young adults, the report concluded.&nbsp;
Also watch: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/lifestyle-news/indian-ayurveda-and-the-traditional-use-of-cannabis-1635146932652">Indian Ayurveda and the traditional use of Cannabis&nbsp;</a>

Marijuana or cannabis which was illegal in Canada until four years ago is now going to be home delivered just like any other food item.

Now you can order Marijuana online only if you are in Canada!

Marijuana or cannabis which was illegal in Canada until four years ago is now going to be home delivered just like any other food item.

'Dreams do come true!' And, that's what exactly happened in Canada. Marijuana or cannabis which was illegal in the country until four years ago is now going to be home delivered just like any other food item.
None other than Uber eats has partnered with an online company called &lsquo;Leafly&rsquo; to do the honours. It will only be delivered to people who are 19 or above and the age and sobriety will be checked during delivery.
According to Uber eats Canada General Manager this initiative can help take down the illegal sale of cannabis in the country.
Also watch: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/lifestyle-news/indian-ayurveda-and-the-traditional-use-of-cannabis-1635146932652">Indian Ayurveda and the traditional use of Cannabis&nbsp;</a>

Germany legalizes weed possession. Here's what its draft legislation says

Germany to legalise marijuana. Here's how much can be purchased

As much as  20 grams of cannabis is expected to be decriminalized and made availble for personal use, stated a Bloomberg report.

As much as 20 grams of cannabis is expected to be decriminalized and made availble for personal use, stated a Bloomberg report.

In a breakthrough development, Germany plans to legalise purchase and possession of limited amount of cannabis.&nbsp;
As much as 20 grams of cannabis is expected to be decriminalised and made availble for personal use, stated a Bloomberg report.
The weed reform which was made during the elections is expected to allow cannabis sales in pharmacies and licensed shops.&nbsp;
The proposed plan includes a limit of 10% for 18-21 year olds.
Germany's ruling coalition has proposed a draft legislation which is still being discussed.&nbsp;
Countries like Portugal have already legalised use of cannabis, and with Germany taking the incremental step , other Suropean countries are likely to move forward in the same direction.
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A Chhattisgarh BJP MLA has suggested that use of bhang and cannabis be encouraged as alternatives to liquor, claiming people addicted to these substances hardly commit crimes like rape, murder and dacoity. 

BJP MLA: has a person who consumes bhang ever committed rape?

Legislator Dr Krishnamurti Bandhi's &nbsp;reamrk triggered a row with the ruling Congress questioning how a public representative can promote addiction.

A Chhattisgarh BJP MLA has suggested that use of bhang and cannabis be encouraged as alternatives to liquor, claiming people addicted to these substances hardly commit crimes like rape, murder and dacoity.
The statement made by legislator Dr Krishnamurti Bandhi on Saturday triggered a row with the ruling Congress questioning how a public representative can promote addiction.
Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said if the MLA wants ganja to be legalised in the country, then he should put forth the demand before the BJP-led central government.
The sale and consumption of cannabis is banned under provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, while that of bhang, an edible mixture made using leaves of the cannabis plant, is permitted under law, according to official.

In traditional Indian medical texts, cannabis has first been mentioned as far back as 2000 B.C. in the Atharva Veda.

The traditional prevalence of cannabis in Indian Ayurveda

Let's talk about the traditional prevalence of cannabis in Indian Ayurveda.

Indian Ayurveda and the traditional use of Cannabis

In traditional Indian medical texts, cannabis has first been mentioned a couple of thousand years ago in the Atharva Veda.

Cannabis has a long history in Indian mythology intertwined with religion as a principal deity of Hinduism, Shiva, is closely associated with Bhang, a byproduct&nbsp;of cannabis.&nbsp;
Traditional use&nbsp;
In traditional Indian medical texts, cannabis has first been mentioned as far back as 2000 B.C. in the Atharva Veda. Cannabis is classified as a toxic substance by the ancient texts on Ayurvedic herbs, but it has been used in healing processes due to its&nbsp;mild anaesthetic and pain-relieving properties.&nbsp;The Sushruta Samhita, an ancient medical treatise, recommends cannabis plant extract for treating respiratory ailments and diarrhea.
Cannabis has been growing wild in the Himalayas in India, right from Kashmir to Assam. The International Institute of Cannabinoids says that according to Ayurvedic measures, the plant is distinguished between three different therapeutic parts as they have a somewhat different effect upon consumption. Bhang is a name for the leaves of the male and female plants. The name ganja is given to the flowering tops of the female plant, and charas is the name for the plant resin.
Is it legal?
Overall, cultivating, trading and consuming cannabis is illegal in India according to the&nbsp;Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. However,&nbsp;bhang was excluded from the definition of cannabis drugs to preserve the legitimacy of bhang culture.&nbsp;There are very few government-authorised bhang shops in Jaisalmer, Varanasi, Hampi and Kolkata.
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Is it beneficial?
In Indian pharmacopeia, all parts of the plant are denoted as somewhat narcotic, with the resin (charas) being the most powerful narcotic. But different parts of the plant can also stimulate digestion, act as an analgesic, nervous system stimulants, and have sedative, spasmolytic and diuretic effects.
However, prolonged habitual use of cannabis can cause disbalance in the three physiological forces of the body -&nbsp;Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Vata&nbsp;means the energy of movement; Pitta is the energy of digestion or metabolism and Kapha&nbsp;is&nbsp;the energy of lubrication and structure. As a result of disbalance&nbsp;in these forces,&nbsp;it can lead to poor digestion, melancholy, sexual impotence, and body wasting.
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According to WHO, there is no evidence of public health-related problems associated with the use of pure CBD.

All that you need to know about cannabidiol

CBD or cannabidiol is an essential component of medical marijuana that is derived from the hemp plant. CBD is the second most prevalent active ingredient in cannabis but it does not cause a high by itself.

What is CBD? Let's talk about the lesser-known child of cannabis

CBD or cannabidiol is an essential component of medical marijuana that is derived from the hemp plant.&nbsp;

CBD or cannabidiol is an essential component of medical marijuana that is derived from the hemp plant. CBD is the second most prevalent active ingredient in cannabis but it does not cause a high by itself. According to World Health Oganisation, &ldquo;In humans, CBD exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse or dependence potential. To date, there is no evidence of public health-related problems associated with the use of pure CBD."
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How is CBD consumed?
CBD comes in many forms, including oils, extracts, capsules, patches, vapes, and topical preparations for use on skin. It is generally taken as a supplement and not as a medicine.
But, is CBD legal?
In India,&nbsp;CBD oil manufactured under a license issued by the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 is legal to be used. However, the use of cannabis as a medicine is not much prevalent in India. And the controversy around the use of drugs in Bollywood has further stigmatised the usage of CBD.
What are the benefits of CBD? CBD has been touted to treat a wide variety of health issues. A report by the Harvard Medical School suggests that CBD extracts can be beneficial to treat anxiety, insomnia, and chronic pain due to arthritis. Using CBD oils on the skin can also reduce acne due to its anti-inflammatory properties and ability to reduce sebum production
However, the report also says that over usage of CBD can also cause side effects like nausea, fatigue and irritability. So, it is important to source CBD extracts from reputable sources and consult a doctor before incorporating them into your life.
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Researchers have found a strong link between general practice records of cannabis use and mental ill health based on data collected over a 27-year period.

Beware! Cannabis users at 7 times higher risk of severe mental illness

Beware! Cannabis users at a 7-fold higher risk of developing serious mental illness

Alt headline -&nbsp;This popular drug's users are at a 7X higher risk of mental illness

Researchers have found a strong link between general practice records of cannabis use and mental ill health&nbsp;based on data collected over a 27-year period.&nbsp;

People with a recorded history of cannabis use are at a much higher risk of developing mental health problems&nbsp;such as anxiety or depression&nbsp;and severe mental illnesses, finds new research from the UK.&nbsp;
Published in&nbsp;Psychological Medicine, researchers found a strong link between general practice records of cannabis use and mental ill health&nbsp;based on data collected over a 27-year period.
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The findings show that&nbsp;following the first recorded use of cannabis, patients were three times more likely to develop common mental health problems such as depression and anxiety. What&rsquo;s more,&nbsp;they were almost 7 times more likely to develop severe mental illnesses such as psychosis or schizophrenia.&nbsp;&nbsp;
While previous studies have associated cannabis use with serious illnesses like schizophrenia,&nbsp;there is little research looking into the impact of the&nbsp;widely&nbsp;used drug&nbsp;on&nbsp;more common mental illnesses like depression.&nbsp;
Experts point to the public health importance of the report given that cannabis&nbsp;is often considered to be one of the &lsquo;safer&rsquo; drugs and there&nbsp;has been a&nbsp;major global push for legalisation.&nbsp;
Although&nbsp;the&nbsp;research does not establish a direct causal link, researchers urge caution&nbsp;in the case of&nbsp;recreational cannabis&nbsp;use.
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Researchers have found that teenagers who use cannabis frequently may be at a higher risk of birthing premature babies in their 20s and 30s.

Effects of cannabis use on teenagers: higher likelihood of premature babies

Researchers have found that teenagers who use cannabis frequently may be at a higher risk of birthing premature babies&nbsp;in their 20s and 30s.

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Cannabis is one of&nbsp;the most commonly used illicit drugs amongst teens
Findings show that its effect on youth may be worse than we realise

Researchers have found that teenagers who use cannabis frequently may be at a higher risk of birthing premature babies&nbsp;in their 20s and 30s.

The United Nations reclassified&nbsp;cannabis&nbsp;as a less dangerous drug last year&nbsp;and removed it from&nbsp;the Schedule IV category, which lists addictive opioids like heroin.&nbsp;And while talks of limited legalisation are underway in India, a new study has&nbsp;flagged&nbsp;an alarming&nbsp;danger of using&nbsp;cannabis&nbsp;on a regular basis.&nbsp;
SEE MORE <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/un-removes-cannabis-from-most-dangerous-drugs-category-1606999043143">UN removes cannabis from 'Most Dangerous Drugs' category&nbsp;</a>
Researchers have found that teenagers who use cannabis frequently may be at a higher risk of pre-term birth in their 20s and 30s.
Basing the results on repeat assessments of 665 participants in a general population cohort&nbsp;for over 20 years, the&nbsp;study&nbsp;is the first to&nbsp;connect&nbsp;frequent adolescent cannabis use with the potential&nbsp;intergenerational risks.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As per the&nbsp;research, babies born to parents (aged 29 and over) who used cannabis regularly for a certain period in their teens were 20% more likely to&nbsp;be&nbsp;preterm or have a low birth weight.&nbsp;
Although&nbsp;this effect was&nbsp;not observed at lower levels of use, high&nbsp;daily use of cannabis&nbsp;in teen years&nbsp;was associated with a more than six-fold increase in the odds of premature birth.&nbsp;
While cannabis use is illegal in India, globally it is one of&nbsp;the most commonly used illicit drugs amongst teenagers. Previous studies have shown how&nbsp;cannabis use increases mental health problems, but the new results, published in&nbsp;Scientific Reports,&nbsp;indicate&nbsp;that&nbsp;the effects of the drug on youngsters may be much worse than we realise.&nbsp;
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While it was earlier believed that cannabis originated in India about 3,000 years ago, new research traces the controversial plant back to the Neolithic times in China

New research debunks the rumoured origin story of Cannabis

While it was earlier believed&nbsp;that cannabis originated in India about 3,000 years ago, new research traces the controversial plant back to the Neolithic&nbsp;times in modern-day China.

Cannabis Sativa&nbsp;has been used in textiles, food and medicines for a long time
Legal restrictions make it difficult for modern science to trace its origin
New research finds that cannabis plants most likely have their roots in China
Cannabis Sativa&nbsp;plant was domesticated in early Neolithic times in East Asia
All current drug cultivars&nbsp;diverged from current feral plants found in China
Earlier estimates said it was first recorded in India about 3,000 years ago
New study traces the plant's use as far back as 10,000 to 3,000 BC
But our realisation of cannabis' psychoactive properties is fairly recent
Oldest evidence of burning cannabis: 2,500-year-old&nbsp;tomb&nbsp;in&nbsp;western China
But it was probably burnt at the burial as incense, not to smoke a joint!&nbsp;

While it was earlier believed&nbsp;that cannabis originated in India about 3,000 years ago, new research traces the controversial plant back to the Neolithic&nbsp;times in modern-day China.

One of the first plants adopted for domestic use by early humans, Cannabis Sativa has been used&nbsp;in&nbsp;textiles,&nbsp;food as well as recreational and medicinal drugs for a long time. But legal restrictions&nbsp;have&nbsp;made it difficult for modern science to trace&nbsp;back&nbsp;its roots and history.&nbsp;&nbsp;
While it was commonly believed that the earliest cannabis&nbsp;plants&nbsp;came from South Asia, new research claims that the plant most likely has its roots in&nbsp;modern-day&nbsp;China.&nbsp;Published in&nbsp;the journal Science Advances, the study&nbsp;says that the Cannabis Sativa plant was first domesticated in early Neolithic times in East Asia.
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The team from Switzerland and China adds that all current hemp and drug cultivars diverged from a&nbsp;gene pool currently represented by feral plants in China.&nbsp;&nbsp;
While earlier estimates suggested that the first records of cannabis were in India about 3,000 years ago, the new research&nbsp;claims&nbsp;the crop was likely introduced&nbsp;to the Indian subcontinent&nbsp;from China, along with other crops.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Interestingly, the&nbsp;scientists&nbsp;added&nbsp;that while the much-loved and defamed plant&nbsp;can be traced&nbsp;as far&nbsp;back&nbsp;as&nbsp;10,000&nbsp;to&nbsp;3,000 BC, its use and recognition as a&nbsp;psychoactive&nbsp;drug is far more recent.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In fact, the earliest evidence of the burning of cannabis dates back to a&nbsp;2,500-year-old&nbsp;tomb&nbsp;in&nbsp;western China.&nbsp;However,&nbsp;the study notes that&nbsp;the plant&nbsp;was probably not burnt as&nbsp;a&nbsp;joint&nbsp;but more as a form of&nbsp;incense.
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