From which source are cannabinoids obtained?

The correct answer is Option (1) → Inflorescence of the plant Cannabis sativa

Cannabinoids are a group of chemicals that interact with cannabinoid receptors, mainly in the brain. Natural cannabinoids come from the inflorescences of Cannabis sativa. Its flower tops, leaves and resin are used to make marijuana, hashish, charas and ganja.

Option (1) Inflorescence of the plant Cannabis sativa — Correct. Natural cannabinoids are obtained from the inflorescences of the plant Cannabis sativa.

Option (2) Fruits of the plant Papaver somniferum — Incorrect. Papaver somniferum is the opium poppy. Morphine is taken from its latex, and heroin is made from morphine, so it is not a source of cannabinoids.

Option (3) Latex of the plant Cannabis sativa — Incorrect. The plant is right but the part is wrong. Latex is the source of morphine in the poppy; cannabinoids come from the inflorescences of Cannabis.

Option (4) Plant Papaver somniferum inflorescence — Incorrect. The part is right but the plant is wrong. Papaver somniferum gives opioids, not cannabinoids.

NCERT Extract:
Drugs and Alcohol Abuse – “Cannabinoids are a group of chemicals (Figure 7.9), which interact with cannabinoid receptors present principally in the brain. Natural cannabinoids are obtained from the inflorescences of the plant Cannabis sativa (Figure 7.10). The flower tops, leaves and the resin of cannabis plant are used in various combinations to produce marijuana, hashish, charas and ganja. Generally taken by inhalation and oral ingestion, these are known for their effects on cardiovascular system of the body.”