Synergizing Sustainable Hemp, Allied Health, and Mindfulness: Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Ethics and Law in India

Abstract

Cannabis has always been a debatable plant in the Indian geopolitical context because of its intoxicating and healing properties, which are reflected in our traditions and culture. Over the past few years, it has started to make headlines in the Indian knowledge system, traditional healing, mindfulness practices, and allied healthcare. At present, internationally, and under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, cannabis is a narcotic drug, with hemp being an exemption. It is a variety used for industrial and medicinal purposes due to high CBD and low THC cannabinoid levels. This research paper examines the medicinal aspects of hemp plants in the context of traditional biological and ecological healing. Sustainable mindfulness and allied health are key aspects of hemp. This paper analyzes how regulatory authorities, such as AYUSH, CDSCO, and FSSAI, can promote sustainable living and overall well-being by providing dietary nutrition, rehabilitation, mental health treatments, pain management, and therapies, while considering opportunities and ethical and legal challenges. This paper applies a qualitative, conceptual, and analytical framework for assessment. There will be a systematic literature review of peer-reviewed studies, regulatory and policy analyses, and relevant comparative case studies. Hemp shall be studied from a scientific lens in respect of sustainability, allied health, and mindfulness practices, analyzing the opportunities, prospects, and legal and ethical challenges to achieve the Global Sustainable Goals 2030 and Viksit Bharat 2047..