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Which one of the following is the correct statement regarding the particular psychotropic drug specified?

Options

  1. AHashish causes alter thought perceptions and hallucinations
  2. BOpium stimulates nervous system and causes hallucinations
  3. CMorphine leads to delusions and disturbed emotions
  4. DBarbiturates cause relaxation and temporary euphoria

Correct answer

A. Hashish causes alter thought perceptions and hallucinations

Step-by-step solution

Charas is the dried resinous extract from the flowering tops and leaves of Cannabis sativa. In some countries it is called hashish. It is an hallucinogen, which alter a person's thought, feeling and perceptions. Psychotropic drugs (mood altering drugs) act on the brain and alter the behaviour, consciousness and power of perception. Barbiturates (derivative of barbituric acid) are general depressants for all excitable cells but the CNS is most sensitive to these drugs. Opium is obtained from unripe seed pots of popp

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