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Bihar should withdraw alcohol ban as it failed to curb crimes against women: Report

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A research paper suggests Bihar should withdraw its alcohol prohibition policy. The ban has not reduced crimes against women, and illicit liquor trade has increased. Restoring liquor excise duty could boost state revenues by fifteen percent. The paper also identified education, health, and jobs as key development priorities. Bihar's development strategy should focus on these interconnected areas for progress.

First report: NCAER research says Bihar booze ban hasn't worked; lift it, fund development work — timesofindia.indiatimes.com, 4d