1971 Convention on Psychotropic Substances

The 1971 Convention on Psychotropic Substances is an international treaty designed to regulate and control the manufacture, distribution, and use of certain psychoactive drugs that affect the mind. It aims to prevent misuse and illegal trafficking of these substances while allowing legitimate medical and scientific use. The treaty classifies drugs into schedules based on their potential for abuse and medical utility, encouraging countries to cooperate in reducing drug related harms worldwide. Overall, it seeks to balance public health concerns with the need for controlled access to important medicines.