The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, is a comprehensive legislation in India aimed at regulating and controlling the production, possession, sale, transport, and use of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. One of its salient features is its broad coverage, which includes all forms of narcotic drugs, such as opium, cocaine, and cannabis, as well as psychotropic substances like LSD and amphetamines. The Act criminalizes activities related to these substances, with strict penalties for offenses involving production, trafficking, and consumption. Another important feature is the differentiation between small and commercial quantities of drugs. The Act specifies thresholds for various substances, and the severity of punishment depends on the quantity involved, reflecting a graded approach to enforcement. For instance, possession of a small quantity may attract lighter punishment, often including rehabilitation measures, while commercial quantities involve severe penalties including long-term imprisonment and fines. The NDPS