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According to the latest United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime World Drug Report, 26.9 crore people used drugs in 2018, that was how much per cent more than the 2009 figure?

According to the latest United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime World Drug Report, 26.9 crore people used drugs in 2018, that was how much per cent more than the 2009 figure? Correct Answer 30

  • 26.9 crore people used drugs in 2018, was 30% more than the 2009 figure, with adolescents and young adults accounting for the largest share of users, according to the latest United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime World Drug Report.
  • Production of heroin and cocaine remains among the highest levels recorded in modern times.
  • Opioid use in India is estimated to have increased 5 times since 2004.
  • UNODC works to inform the world about the dangers of drug abuse and to strengthen international action against drug production, trafficking and drug-related crime.
  • Headquarters: Vienna, Austria.

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