Govt should revoke alcohol ban in Bihar, it failed to prevent violence against women: NCAER study

A recent study by the National Centre for Applied Economic Research (NCAER) suggests that the government of Bihar should reconsider its ban on alcohol, as it has not effectively prevented violence against women. The study found that the ban has had significant economic consequences, including a loss of state revenue from excise duty on alcohol, which was previously a major contributor to the state's income. This loss of revenue could have broader implications for the state's economy and its ability to fund essential services.

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