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Alcohol Policies in India and United States: A Comparative Policy Analysis

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Abstract

In the recent report of WHO on global alcohol consumption, it is quite evident that the alcohol consumption and related problems are on the increase worldwide. An understanding of alcohol policies of India, where alcohol consumption is increasing, and that of USA, where alcohol consumption is static, would provide an insight into the effectiveness of the policies. This article analyzes current alcohol policies (both federal and state) of both countries and provides suggestions for future policies.

Published in International Journal of Education, Culture and Society (Volume 1, Issue 2)
DOI 10.11648/j.ijecs.20160102.16
Page(s) 66-69
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Keywords

Alcohol Policies, Comparative Policy Analysis, International Policy, Policy Effectiveness

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  • Department of Psychology, Sociology, and Social Work, West Texas A & M University, Canyon, USA

  • School of Social Work, Marian College, Kuttikkanam, India

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