Cannabis, commonly referred to as marijuana among other names, is a psychoactive plant historically used for medicinal, recreational, and spiritual purposes. It contains compounds like THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol), which are responsible for its mind-altering effects and numerous health benefits, respectively. Cannabis has been at the center of legal and cultural debates, with a shifting landscape that has seen its medical and recreational use increasingly legalized across the globe. This has spurred significant growth in cannabis-related industries, although it remains a contentious topic in many regions due to concerns about dependency, mental health, and social impact.