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Cannabis in Nepal

Okay, so you know how mommy and daddy sometimes drink tea or coffee to feel relaxed or happy? Well, some people in Nepal like to smoke a plant called cannabis to feel the same way.

Cannabis is a special plant that has been used for thousands of years around the world for many different reasons. In Nepal, people use cannabis for religious and cultural purposes, as well as for medicinal reasons. It is also sometimes smoked just for fun, like how mommy and daddy might drink a glass of wine with dinner.

But just like how mommy and daddy have to follow certain rules about when and where they can drink their tea or coffee, there are rules about smoking cannabis in Nepal too. Some people are allowed to use it in a religious setting, like at a Hindu temple, but it is illegal to use it for recreational purposes. This means that if someone is caught smoking cannabis just for fun, they could get in trouble with the police.

Also, just like how mommy and daddy always make sure to drink tea or coffee made by a trusted source and not from a stranger on the street, it is important to be careful where the cannabis comes from. Sometimes, people can sell fake or dangerous cannabis that can make people sick. So, it is always important to be safe and only use cannabis from a trusted source.

Overall, cannabis is used in Nepal for many reasons, but it is important for people to follow the rules and be safe when using it.