Karnataka brings in stringent provisions to curb sale of fake drugs and cosmetics
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Why in news
The Karnataka government approved amendments to the Drugs and Cosmetics Act to increase penalties for selling fake drugs and cosmetics, including life imprisonment.
Background
The amendment shifts the burden of proof onto the seller to prove products are genuine. It classifies the peddling of fake drugs and cosmetics as a cognisable offence with non-bailable warrants.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillDrugs and Cosmetics Act: Amended by Karnataka to include life imprisonment for fake drug peddling
- FactCognisable offence: Peddling fake drugs and cosmetics will now be a cognisable offence
- FactNon-bailable: Warrants for fake drug offences will be non-bailable
- BodyCentral Drug Laboratory: Designated officers will be granted powers under the amended Act
For Mains
Q. Examine how shifting the burden of proof and increasing penalties can enhance the efficacy of pharmaceutical regulatory frameworks in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Regulatory enforcement: Empowering Central Drug Laboratory officers to streamline seizure and verification
- Legal shift: Implications of shifting the burden of proof on the seller in criminal liability
- Public health safety: Addressing the systemic risk of counterfeit medicines in the supply chain
Keywords: burden of proof · cognisable offence · regulatory framework · pharmaceutical safety · penal provisions
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