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Tanuj Pandey¹, Vikalp Singh¹, Devorat Singh¹, Prerana Sahu³, Gyanesh Kumar Sahu²* and Harish Sharma⁴

¹Rungta Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kohka, Kurud, Bhilai, India
²Rungta Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Kohka, Kurud, Bhilai, India
³Chhatrapati Shivaji Institute of Pharmacy, Durg, India
⁴School of Pharmacy, Anjaneya University, Raipur, India

*Corresponding Author: Dr. Gyanesh Kumar Sahu, Professor and Dean, Rungta Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Kohka, Kurud, Bhilai, India.

Received: December 06, 2024; Published: December 23, 2024

Abstract

Legalization of cannabis for both medicinal and recreational purposes is rapidly expanding worldwide. Cannabis has become a key economic contributor in countries where it is legalized, as evidenced by the substantial tax revenue generated by the industry. Despite the longstanding human-cannabis relationship, Nepal has been slow in utilizing this valuable plant's potential. While ancient texts mention its medicinal values, the country has hesitated to recognize its economic significance. The stigma around cannabis be ing a scheduled drug further hindered its exploration.

In contrast, many Western universities have studied cannabis, emphasizing its medicinal value, particularly in treating conditions such as diabetes, pain, and depression. Active research into plant secondary metabolites, especially cannabinoids like THC, CBD, and CBG, continues to uncover their medicinal properties. Nepal currently spends a significant portion of its economy on costly imported become a center for cultivation, commerce, medicine, and research, significantly boosting its economy.

medicines, a burden that could be reduced by reviving a cannabis-based medicinal system. Legalizing cannabis could enable Nepal to

With the growing global trend towards cannabis legalization and the recent UN decision to reschedule it, Nepal has an opportunity to consider legalization or formulate a policy for its regulated use. International legal frameworks are evolving, potentially removing barriers that previously hindered Nepal's legalization efforts. However, careful analysis of comprehensive data from countries that have already legalized cannabis is crucial in formulating an effective policy. The varied success of cannabis legalization in different countries emphasizes the need for policies specifically designed to suit Nepal's unique context.

Keywords: Nepal; Cannabis

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Citation

Citation: Niranjan Aryal. “Legalization of Cannabis in Nepal: Recommendations for Regulatory Policies". Acta Scientific Pharmaceutical Sciences 9.1 (2025): 101-106.

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