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Drug which depresses brain activity and produces feeling of calmness, relaxation, drowsiness and deep sleep is :

A

Hallucinogen

B

Stimulants

C

Sedative

D

Opiate narcotics

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for a type of drug that depresses brain activity and induces feelings of calmness, relaxation, drowsiness, and deep sleep. 2. **Identifying Drug Types**: We need to categorize the types of drugs mentioned in the options. The common categories include: - **Hallucinogens**: These drugs alter perception and can lead to hallucinations. - **Stimulants**: These drugs increase brain activity, leading to heightened alertness and wakefulness. - **Sedatives**: These drugs depress brain activity, promoting relaxation and sleep. - **Opiate Narcotics**: These are pain-relieving drugs derived from opium, which can also induce relaxation but primarily serve as painkillers. 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Hallucinogens**: Not applicable, as they do not induce calmness or sleep. - **Stimulants**: Not applicable, as they increase brain activity and alertness. - **Sedatives**: This fits the description perfectly, as they are known to induce calmness, relaxation, drowsiness, and deep sleep. - **Opiate Narcotics**: While they can induce relaxation, their primary function is pain relief, not specifically inducing sleep. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the drug that fits the description of depressing brain activity and producing feelings of calmness, relaxation, drowsiness, and deep sleep is classified as a **sedative**. 5. **Final Answer**: The answer to the question is **Sedative**. ---
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