[Observer] To understand why the trade in narcotics is also a serious human rights concern, definition of the term is useful. The term "narcotic" is defined as "Any class of substances or drugs that reduces pain, induces sleep and may alter mood or behavior. The use of narcotics has positive and negative dimensions. On the positive side, recommended doses or prescription of the substance reduces severe pain following treatment or medical procedure on an accident victim or surgery on a patient in hospital.