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Explained | Why govt's decision to liberalise liquor sales in Lakshadweep drawing criticism
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The Centre recently lifted the total liquor ban that was in place in Lakshadeep for 47 years to boost tourism, regional revenue and streamline excise administration.The Lakshadweep Excise Regulation, 2026, was signed into law by President Droupadi Murmu. The new legislation repealed the Lakshadweep Prohibition Regulation, 1979, ending decades of prohibition in the Muslim-majority archipelago.Why was the ban lifted?The Centre is pushing Lakshadweep as a global tourism hub. Expanding availability
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