Which of the following is an example of a Penalty Group 1A substance?

• A. LSD
• B. Fentanyl
• C. Phenobarbital
• D. Anabolic Steroids

Answer: (A)

Penalty Group 1A is used for certain highly dangerous hallucinogenic drugs with little or no accepted medical use, which is why LSD fits this category. LSD is a potent hallucinogen known for its high abuse potential, so it is placed in the 1A group to reflect the severity of penalties for possession or distribution. The other drugs listed are controlled but belong to different categories: fentanyl is a powerful opioid with its own grouping, phenobarbital is a barbiturate in another group, and anabolic steroids are regulated separately due to their distinct medical uses and risks.