Question

Which one of the following groups of drugs is called cannabinoids?

• A. Marijuana, hashish, charas
• B. Morphine, heroin, LSD
• C. Heroin, hashish, cocaine
• D. Barbiturates, amphetamines, benzodiazepines

Hint:

Cannabinoids are always associated with products obtained from the Cannabis plant, such as marijuana, hashish, and charas.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding cannabinoids.
Cannabinoids are a group of drugs that are obtained from the plant Cannabis sativa. These substances mainly affect the central nervous system and produce hallucinogenic effects.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
(A) Marijuana, hashish, charas: Correct — All these are products derived from the Cannabis plant and are classified as cannabinoids.
(B) Morphine, heroin, LSD: Incorrect — Morphine and heroin are opioids, while LSD is a hallucinogen.
(C) Heroin, hashish, cocaine: Incorrect — Heroin is an opioid and cocaine is a stimulant, so this group is mixed.
(D) Barbiturates, amphetamines, benzodiazepines: Incorrect — These are synthetic drugs used as sedatives or stimulants, not cannabinoids.
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct group of drugs classified as cannabinoids is (A) Marijuana, hashish, charas.