Policies and Opinions on the Restriction of Liquor Production, Distribution, and Consumption in Nepal

Abstract

A number of alcohol industries have been manufacturing alcohol under different names. Alcohol product in the nation is called Domestic Alcohol Products (DAP), and many are importing and distributing different alcoholic products from Bottled Origin (BIO) they are distributing those products in the country. This study endeavors to explore the alcohol policies framed in the country and how civil societies perceive them. Both primary and secondary data have been used. Through the survey questionnaire, opinions on the policies were sought from the civil societies. The nation's existing policies have been reviewed. The findings reveal that by making laws, the country has tried to restrict the production, distribution, and consumption of alcohol. The government seems to permit the liquor industries to open and run by framing some terms and conditions and imposing restrictions on using them to minimize harm to human health.