From Addiction to Self-Reliance: Raju’s Inspiring Journey Under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction
Distilled Policy Brief
- The rehabilitation process at the centre, run by the Gujarat Kelavani Trust, involved structured de-addiction treatment, individual and family counseling, and continuous follow-up support starting from July 24, 2024.
🎯 Prelims High-Yield Examination Points
Integrated Rehabilitation Centres for Addicts (IRCAs) and the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR) administered by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
⚖️ Mains Analytical & Syllabus Linkages
The role of community-based rehabilitation, civil society organizations (NGOs), and institutional frameworks in addressing substance abuse and mental health challenges among vulnerable socio-economic groups.
🎯 UPSC Prelims Practice Drill
With reference to the Integrated Rehabilitation Centres for Addicts (IRCAs) in India, consider the following statements: 1. They are established and monitored primarily under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 2. They provide a comprehensive suite of services including structured de-addiction treatment, individual and family counseling, and post-treatment follow-up support. 3. These centres can be operated by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and community trusts with support from the government. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- [A] 1 and 2 only
- [B] 2 and 3 only
- [C] 1 and 3 only
- [D] 1, 2 and 3
▶ Reveal Official Answer & Analytical Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect because the Integrated Rehabilitation Centres for Addicts (IRCAs) are supported and monitored under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR) by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, not the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Statements 2 and 3 are correct as IRCAs provide structured de-addiction, counseling (individual and family), and rehabilitation services, and they are frequently operated by voluntary organizations and trusts (such as the Gujarat Kelavani Trust) with government assistance.
🏛️ Historical Twin PYQ Anchor (2021)
Consider the following statements regarding the "National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)": 1. It is implemented by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. 2. Central Pollution Control Board acts as the sole regulatory executive body.