With reference to the Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) in India, consider the following
statements —
- NCORD was established under the Ministry of Home Affairs to combat drug trafficking and
abuse in India.
- The NCORD mechanism includes representation from multiple central agencies and state
governments to ensure coordinated efforts.
- NCORD's primary function is to oversee the implementation of the National Drug Control
Strategy.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Explanation - The Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) was established under the Ministry of
Home Affairs with the primary aim of combating drug trafficking and abuse in India. The NCORD
mechanism includes representation from various central agencies, such as the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), and state governments to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach towards tackling drug-related issues. One of the primary functions of NCORD is to oversee the implementation of the National Drug Control Strategy, ensuring that policies and actions are effectively carried out to reduce drug abuse and trafficking.
Explanation - The Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) was established under the Ministry of
Home Affairs with the primary aim of combating drug trafficking and abuse in India. The NCORD
mechanism includes representation from various central agencies, such as the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), and state governments to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach towards tackling drug-related issues. One of the primary functions of NCORD is to oversee the implementation of the National Drug Control Strategy, ensuring that policies and actions are effectively carried out to reduce drug abuse and trafficking.
