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SC notice to Centre on plea for robust policy for age check at liquor sale points

IndiaTimes Monday, 11 November 2024 ()
The Supreme Court is requesting the central government's input on a petition advocating for stricter age verification at points of alcohol sale and consumption. The petition, filed by an NGO, highlights the lack of robust age-checking mechanisms despite varying legal drinking ages across states. It also opposes doorstep liquor delivery, fearing it could increase underage drinking.
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