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Tarikh Episode 654

In this episode Nikhil talks about the history of Opium. Opium, derived from the poppy plant Papaver somniferum, has a long and complex history dating back thousands of years. Its use can be traced to ancient civilizations such as the Sumerians and Assyrians, who cultivated the poppy for its medicinal properties. In ancient Greece, opium was employed for its pain-relieving effects and was associated with the healing god Asclepius.
During the medieval Arab world, opium gained prominence as a potent analgesic, spreading along trade routes to Asia. In the 19th century, the British East India Company monopolized the opium trade, exporting it to China and contributing to the devastating Opium Wars.
The 20th century saw increasing global efforts to regulate opium due to its potential for addiction and abuse. The League of Nations and later the United Nations established international controls, culminating in the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs in 1961.
Opium's history is marked by both medicinal and illicit use, reflecting its dual nature as a potent painkiller and a source of societal challenges. Today, the cultivation, production, and trade of opium continue to be regulated globally in an effort to balance its medical benefits with the need to prevent substance abuse.

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