Dear/Naga Christians in Christ
As Christians, an Ethical understanding of the Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition (NLTP) Act should consider its intended protection of the moral, social, and communal well-being of Naga society. From a Christian Ethical perspective, the prohibition of alcohol can be understood as an effort to protect families, promote responsible living, reduce social harm, and uphold the dignity of individuals. However, the effectiveness of the Act also depends on responsible implementation, public participation, and accountability.
The implementation of (NLTP) Act raises an important ethical question: should Nagaland retain the Act, or should it be reconsidered because of its ineffective implementation? Ethically, abolishing the NLTP Act merely because of poor enforcement may reward government failure. Instead, the government should strengthen enforcement while addressing corruption, illicit trade, rehabilitation, and public awareness. At the same time, the church, citizens, civil society, and political leaders must share responsibility. Ethical conclusion, a Naga Christian dominated political society should not abandon a law simply because it is difficult to implement. It should honestly evaluate its effectiveness, correct weaknesses, enforce it impartially, and pursue the common good through justice, accountability, compassion, and responsible governance.
Dr. Omega Sumi
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