De-addiction Programs — Prelims Strategy

Prelims Strategy

For Prelims, a strong command over facts, figures, and institutional details is paramount. Begin by memorizing the full forms and nodal ministries for key schemes like NAPDDR (Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment).

Understand the specific roles of institutions like NDDTC (National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, AIIMS) in research, training, and policy. Crucially, commit to memory Article 47 of the Constitution and the relevant sections of the NDPS Act (e.

g., Section 64A for immunity, Section 71 for establishing centers) and the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 (especially Section 2(s) defining SUDs as mental illness, and Sections 18, 100 for rights and rehabilitation).

Pay attention to key statistics from the 'National Survey on Extent and Pattern of Substance Use in India (2019)', particularly the prevalence of major substances and state-wise trends. Differentiate between detoxification and rehabilitation, and understand the basic principles of various treatment modalities like OST, CBT, and harm reduction.

Create flashcards for acronyms, ministries, and key provisions. Practice MCQs that test your knowledge of implementing agencies, scheme objectives, and legal provisions. Be wary of options that swap ministries or misrepresent the scope of schemes.

Focus on the 'who, what, when, where' aspects, as Prelims often tests direct recall of such information.