Narcotic Drugs Psychotropic Substances and Substance Abuse Act 2005, Kingdom of Bhutan
The Royal Government and People of Bhutan
Concerned with the health and the well-being of the people of Bhutan, which are important elements of the development principle of Gross National Happiness.
Recognizing that the licit use of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances continues to be indispensable for medical, veterinary and scientific purposes.
Considering that illicit use of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances can ultimately lead to addiction which constitutes a serious threat to individuals and the community as a whole.
Affirming that primary responsibility for drug abuse prevention rests within families and local communities.
Recognizing that advocacy, awareness raising, education, counseling and other proactive measures are necessary to help parents and communities to carry out their responsibility.
Also recognizing that such measures are necessary to support treatment, rehabilitation and social reintegration when prevention fails.
Acknowledging that appropriate preventive, regulatory and control mechanisms must be put in place in line with the international drug control conventions to which Bhutan may be party to reduce the illicit demand and supply for drugs.
Believing that effective measures against abuse and illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances require co-ordination and cooperation of various enforcement agencies in the country, including social and community support.
This has been passed on the 3oth. Day 11th Month of 2005 year of the Bhutanese Calendar corresponding to 29th day of 9th. month of 2005 during 84th Session by the National Assembly, Kingdom of Bhutan.
"The future of our nation depends on the worth, capabilities and motivation of today’s youth. Therefore, I will not rest until I have given you the inspiration, knowledge and skills so that you will not only fulfill your own aspirations but be of immense worth to the nation. This is my sacred duty. A strong motivated young Bhutan guarantees a strong bright future.The future is neither unseen nor unknown. It is what we make of it. What work we do with our two hands today will shape the future of our nation. Our children’s tomorrow has to be created by us today." (-His Majesty the 5th King of Bhutan)
