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TOFAN SINGH VS STATE OF TAMIL NADU - 2021 2 Supreme 1 : The Supreme Court in the case referenced in document 00100066741 acknowledged that the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act) was enacted, inter alia, to implement international conventions relating to narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances to which India has been a party. The Court noted that India''''s participation in international conferences and conventions, including the Second International Opium Conference at Geneva in 1924 and 1925, and the adoption of the Convention relating to Dangerous Drugs, led to the enactment of the Dangerous Drugs Act, 1930. The NDPS Act was also enacted to implement the provisions of the Convention on Psychotropic Substances, 1971, to which India is a signatory. The Court emphasized that the NDPS Act was enacted to fulfill India''''s international obligations under these treaties and conventions, and to implement the constitutional policy enshrined in Article 47 of the Constitution of India, which mandates the State to improve public health and prohibit consumption of drugs injurious to health, except for medicinal purposes.Checking relevance for State of Himachal Pradesh VS Nirmal Kaur @ Nimmo...

State of Himachal Pradesh VS Nirmal Kaur @ Nimmo - 2022 8 Supreme 517 : The Supreme Court in the case referenced in document [00100076464] referred to the international conventions on narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances while interpreting the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. Specifically, the court noted in the Statement of Objects and Reasons of the 1985 Act that India had acceded to the Convention on Psychotropic Substances, 1971, and that the need for a comprehensive law arose in part because the existing laws did not adequately cover India’s obligations under international treaties and conventions. The court emphasized that the 1985 Act was enacted to fulfill India’s international obligations under various international treaties and protocols on narcotics control, including those related to psychotropic substances. This reference to international conventions forms a key part of the legislative intent behind the 1985 Act, demonstrating that the court explicitly acknowledged and relied on international legal frameworks in interpreting the statute.Checking relevance for Directorate of Revenue Intelligence VS Raj Kumar Arora...

Directorate of Revenue Intelligence VS Raj Kumar Arora - 2025 0 Supreme(SC) 644 : The Supreme Court in the case of Hira Singh v. Union of India (2020) 20 SCC 272 referred to the Convention on Psychotropic Substances, 1971, while interpreting the object and purpose of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. The Court highlighted that the NDPS Act was enacted to implement international conventions, including the Convention on Psychotropic Substances, 1971, which aims to prevent and combat the abuse of psychotropic substances and regulate their use for medical and scientific purposes. The Court also discussed Articles 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, and 12 of the Convention, emphasizing the international framework governing the control of psychotropic substances. Additionally, the Court referenced the Preamble of the Convention on Psychotropic Substances, 1971, which underscores the need for collective action to prevent abuse and illicit trade, and noted that India is a party to this convention.Checking relevance for BACHPAN BACHAO ANDOLAN VS UNION OF INDIA...

BACHPAN BACHAO ANDOLAN VS UNION OF INDIA - 2016 8 Supreme 611 : The Supreme Court in the case of Bachpan Bachao Andolan v. Union of India referred to international conventions on narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, specifically citing Article 33 of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), which mandates States Parties to take all appropriate measures, including legislative, administrative, social and educational measures, to protect children from the illicit use of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances as defined in relevant international treaties, and to prevent the use of children in the illicit production and trafficking of such substances. The Court also referenced the 1988 United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, noting the obligation of Member States to cooperate in eradication efforts, exchange scientific and technical information, conduct research, and adopt measures to reduce illicit demand. These references were made in the context of formulating a national action plan to combat substance abuse among children, demonstrating the Court''''s reliance on international legal frameworks to inform domestic policy and judicial direction.Checking relevance for Aslam Mohd. Merchant VS Competent Authority...

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Bajarangi Singh Yadav vs State of U.P. - 2025 0 Supreme(All) 2725 : The Supreme Court in the case of Narcotics Control Bureau vs. Kashif (Criminal Appeal No.5544 of 2024 arising out of Special Leave Petition (Crl.) No.12120 of 2024, decided on 20.12.2024) referred to the International Convention of 1988 held by the United Nations. The Court emphasized that Section 52A of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 was inserted to implement the provisions of the International Conventions on Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, specifically for the early disposal of seized narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. This reference was made in the context of interpreting the legislative intent behind Section 52A, which was enacted to comply with international obligations under the 1988 UN Convention.

• International Conventions Referenced in Indian Courts - Main points and insights:
• Indian courts have frequently referred to key international treaties such as the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961, the Convention on Psychotropic Substances, 1971, and the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, 1988 ["Narcotics Control Bureau VS Kashif - Supreme Court"] ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]-11416_2015), ["VISHAL PURI VS UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"], ["VISHAL PURI Vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"], ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"], ["BACHPAN BACHAO ANDOLAN VS UNION OF INDIA - Supreme Court"], ["Ilyas Khan - Inayatkhan Bismillah Khan Pathan VS Union of India - Gujarat"], ["Nilendra Kumar Karan @ Nilendra, S/o Rajbanshi Lal Karan vs State of Bihar - Patna"].
• These conventions form the basis for national legislation, guiding the framing of laws like the NDPS Act, and influence judicial decisions regarding the disposal, control, and penalties related to narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances ["Narcotics Control Bureau VS Kashif - Supreme Court"], ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]-11416_2015).
• Courts recognize the primacy and binding nature of international treaties, emphasizing that domestic laws must conform to these obligations ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]-11416_2015), ["VISHAL PURI VS UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"].
• Several judgments explicitly mention the role of international bodies like the International Narcotics Control Board and the Commission on Narcotic Drugs in supervising the implementation of these conventions ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]-11416_2015), ["VISHAL PURI VS UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"].
• The courts have also highlighted that measures such as early destruction of seized drugs and effective control over controlled substances are mandated by international protocols and treaties ["BACHPAN BACHAO ANDOLAN VS UNION OF INDIA - Supreme Court"], ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"].
• In some cases, courts have referred to the obligations under these conventions to justify the framing of strict penalties and control measures, reinforcing India's commitment to international drug control standards ["Narcotics Control Bureau VS Kashif - Supreme Court"], ["Intelligence Officer Narcotics Control Bureau, Chennai vs S. Saravanan S/o (Late) Selvaraju - Karnataka"].

• The references to international conventions serve as a legal foundation for the procedural aspects of handling narcotic drugs, including inventory, disposal, and prosecution procedures ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]-11416_2015), ["INDSC_33010_2014"], ["The State Of Madhya Pradesh vs Sonam - Madhya Pradesh"].

• Analysis and Conclusion:

• Indian courts consistently acknowledge the authority and influence of international conventions on domestic drug laws.
• These references ensure that Indian legislation and judicial practices align with global standards, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in combating drug trafficking and abuse.
• The courts' reliance on these conventions underscores their role in shaping legal interpretations, procedural safeguards, and the severity of penalties in NDPS cases.
• Overall, international treaties serve as a crucial legal backdrop in Indian jurisprudence concerning narcotics and psychotropic substances, guiding both legislative and judicial actions ["Narcotics Control Bureau VS Kashif - Supreme Court"], ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]-11416_2015), ["VISHAL PURI VS UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"].

References:- ["Narcotics Control Bureau VS Kashif - Supreme Court"]- ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]-11416_2015)- ["VISHAL PURI VS UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]- ["VISHAL PURI Vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]- ["VISHAL PURI vs UNION OF INDIA - Delhi"]- ["BACHPAN BACHAO ANDOLAN VS UNION OF INDIA - Supreme Court"]- ["Ilyas Khan - Inayatkhan Bismillah Khan Pathan VS Union of India - Gujarat"]- ["Nilendra Kumar Karan @ Nilendra, S/o Rajbanshi Lal Karan vs State of Bihar - Patna"]