SUBSTANCE ABUSE AMONG PRISONERS IN INDIAN CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES: AN EMPIRICAL SURVEY AT MODEL CENTRAL JAIL, KANDA, SHIMLA
Creators
- 1. PhD Research Scholar, Department of Laws, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Jalandhar, Punjab-144001, India.
- 2. Professor, Department of Laws, Lovely Professional University, India.
- 3. Assistant Professor, Rayat College of Law, Railmajra Roupnagar, Punjab, India.
- 4. Assistant Professor, Department of Law, Baba Mastnath University, Rohtak-124021, India.
- 5. Assistant Professor, Department of Law, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra-136119, India.
- 6. Assistant Professor, Department of Law, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda, India.
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Abstract
This research study investigates substance abuse among inmates in Indian correctional facilities, conducted at Model Central Jail, Kanda, Shimla, involving 200 prisoners. Descriptive statistics reveal a distinguished prevalence of substance use, with alcohol, cannabis, and heroin being the primary substances abused. Socio-demographic factors such as age, education level, and criminal history show significant associations with substance use patterns. Chi-square analysis further elucidates the relationships between these factors and substance use, highlighting the influence of age, education, and criminal background. The findings underscore the necessity of Government and Non-Government Organizations for interventions to address substance use disorders among incarcerated individuals in Indian prisons, with implications for public health and rehabilitation efforts.
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