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The problem of extensive use of alcohol is seriously affecting our social, economic and political culture and also creating several other problems in the society. The increasing crime rate especially among the children is due to the spreading use of alcohol and drugs. It has created new type of challenges before the administration, Government and families. The proposed paper covers various factors of the problem. The proposed paper aims to analyze the national issues especially in case of alcohol and other problems related to the matter. The outcome of this academic activity will try to identify the loopholes in the system and suggest the most suitable remedies to the Government and society both. India has several policies and laws related to alcohol and several reforms have been initiated by the Government on time to time but it is witnessed that the effects of these policies are either not as par the expectation or the changes are slower than the problem increases. The related policies and laws are: The Dangerous Drug Act, 1930, The Drug and Cosmetic Act, 1940, Narcotic Drugs, 1961, Psychotropic Substances Act, 1971, Illicit Trafficking Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, NDPS Amendments Act, 1989, 2001 & 2014, Custom Duty Act and other related laws. In today�s era, if we think government and revenue point of view, alcohol or liquor products can be important for collection of revenue, but if we see the interest of the society and per person, then negative effects can also be seen, so there is need for revenue from such products or sources should be collected which can contribute to the positive development of the economy along with the country and society.