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Question

According to the reports of April 2023, which state becomes world's largest 'narco-state'?

A Tunisia Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Algeria Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Nigeria Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Syria Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Syria has witnessed a troubling transformation into the world's foremost narco-state, as its economic survival now depends heavily on the production and export of Captagon, also known as the "poor man's coke".      This highly addictive amphetamine has become the primary lifeline of the country's economy, generating more than 90% of its foreign currency.

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