The Treaty on Cannabis (United Nations 1961)

The Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs of 1961 is a landmark international treaty by the United Nations that aims to regulate and control the global trade and use of certain drugs, including cannabis. It classifies cannabis as a scheduled substance, making its production, sale, and use subject to strict control measures. The treaty allows medical and scientific use under specific conditions but discourages recreational use. Its goal is to prevent drug abuse while ensuring access for legitimate medical purposes, establishing a unified framework for member countries to manage cannabis within their legal systems.