Definition of Opium Poppy Cultivation
- The cultivation of Papaver somniferum (opium poppy) for producing opium and its derivatives.
Licensing and Regulation
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Cultivation License:
- Required for legally growing opium poppy.
- Issued by the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) or relevant state authorities.
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Criteria for Licensing:
- Land suitability and security measures.
- Compliance with agricultural and safety standards.
- Purpose of cultivation (e.g., medical production, research).
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Quota System:
- Allocation of cultivation quotas based on national and state needs.
- Prevents over-cultivation and the diversion of opium into illicit channels.
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