The Delhi Homeopathic Act, 1956
delhi · 1956
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- S. 1Short title, extent and commencement - (1) This Act may be called the Delhi Homoeopathic Act, 1956
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used throughout the Delhi Homeopathic Act, 1956.
- S. 3Section 3 amends the composition of the Board to include nine members nominated by various qualified practitioners and officials.
- S. 4Section 4 specifies payment of travel allowances for board members attending meetings.
- S. 5Section 5 amends the Delhi Homeopathic Act to require applicants for registration to submit an affidavit confirming no prior applications and cancellation certificates if previously registered elsewhere.
- S. 6Section 6 mandates that only registered practitioners can practice homeopathy in Delhi and requires them to display their registration certificates.
- S. 7Amendment of section 40:- In section 40 of the principal Act, for the abbreviations, figures, brackets, and words "Rs
- S. 8Section 8 details the process for filling casual vacancies on the Delhi Homeopathic Board.
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- S. 10Section 10 bars undischarged insolvents, mentally unsound individuals, those convicted of moral offenses, and those removed from the Register from Board membership.
- S. 11Section 11 outlines the Chairman's duties to convene Board meetings, control business transactions, and oversee financial administration.
- S. 12Section 12 allows the Chairman to delegate powers and duties to the Vice-Chairman, with conditions and appeal rights reserved for the Chairman.
- S. 13Section 13 details the process for homeopathy practitioners to receive and replace registration certificates.
- S. 14Section 14 allows the State Government to nominate qualified practitioners to fill vacancies if registered practitioners fail to elect.
- S. 15Section 15 mandates notification in the Official Gazette for nominations, elections, and vacancies in the Board offices.
- S. 16Section 16 outlines fees and forms for registering additional qualifications and name changes for homeopathic practitioners.
- S. 17Section 17 outlines the procedure for summoning and holding meetings of the Board under the Delhi Homeopathic Act, 1956.
- S. 18Procedure at meetings of Board - (1) Every meeting shall be presided over by the Chairman or in his absence by the Vice
- S. 19Section 19 mandates the recording and certification of Board meeting minutes and their submission to the State Government.
- S. 20Validity of proceedings - (1) No vacancy in the Board shall vitiate act or proceeding of the Board
- S. 21Section 21 of the Delhi Homeopathic Act, 1956, outlines the appointment, conditions, and approval process for the Registrar and other Board officers.
- S. 22Section 22 details the process for notifying refusals and appeals in the Delhi Homeopathic Act, including fees and hearing dates.
- S. 23Section 23 outlines the Registrar's duties to maintain and update the homeopathic practitioners' register in Delhi.
- S. 24Section 24 outlines the registration process for qualified homeopathic practitioners and the Board's authority to cancel or alter register entries.
- S. 25Section 25 outlines the process for handling complaints against registered homeopathic practitioners in Delhi.
- S. 26Section 26 mandates the Board to issue a written notice to a registered practitioner for an enquiry, specifying charges and the date of the hearing.
- S. 27Section 27 allows the Board to request information and observation access from homeopathic institutions to assess their teaching quality.
- S. 28Section 28 mandates the annual publication of a list of registered homeopathic practitioners in the Official Gazette.
- S. 29Section 29 outlines the procedure for hearings in complaints against homeopathic practitioners under the Delhi Homeopathic Act, 1956.
- S. 30The section allows the Board to appoint inspectors to oversee homeopathic dispensaries, hospitals, and affiliated institutions.
- S. 31Section 31 grants or revokes recognition for homeopathic education institutions meeting or failing required standards.
- S. 32Section 32 grants the Board authority to recognize homeopathic institutions, set curricula, conduct exams, and award degrees, scholarships, and medals.
- S. 33Section 33 mandates the Board to prepare and submit annual budget estimates for approval by the State Government.
- S. 34Section 34 outlines the application process and required documents for re-registering a removed homeopathic practitioner's name.
- S. 35Section 35 allows practitioners removed from the Delhi Homeopathic Register to apply for re-entry, detailing application procedures and required documents.
- S. 36Section 36 mandates the custody and investment of the Homoeopathic Fund in the State Bank of India or another bank with state government approval.
- S. 37Section 37 of the Delhi Homeopathic Act, 1956 recognizes registered homeopathic practitioners as legally qualified medical practitioners for various official certifications and appointments.
- S. 38Registered practitioners under the Delhi Homeopathic Act are exempt from serving on inquests or as jurors.
- S. 39Section prohibits unauthorized entities from granting homeopathic qualifications, with penalties for violations.
- S. 40Section penalizes falsely claiming to hold a recognized homeopathic qualification or license.
- S. 41Section 41 allows appeals to the State Government from Board decisions, except those as appellate authority, within three months.
- S. 42Section 42 bars legal actions against the government, board, or officials for actions taken in good faith under the Delhi Homeopathic Act, 1956.
- S. 43Section 43 allows the State Government to direct and dissolve the Board if it fails to comply or perform duties.
- S. 44Section 44 specifies that only first-class magistrates can try offences under the Delhi Homeopathic Act, 1956, and only on written complaints from empowered officers.
- S. 45Section 45 allows the State Government or Board to delegate its powers to other authorities as deemed necessary.
- S. 46Section 46 authorizes the Board to frame regulations with State Government approval for homeopathic education and institution standards.
- S. 47Section 47 outlines the Board's budget, including anticipated revenues and grants for fulfilling its duties.
- S. 48The Board shall consider the estimates so submitted to it and submit the same to the State Government for his approval
- S. 49Section 49 allows the Board to prepare and consider supplementary estimates, ensuring no unauthorized expenditure.
- S. 50A bill or other vouchers presented as a claim for money shall be recieved and examined by the Registrar
- S. 51The Registrar shall immediately account for in the general cash book all mnoey recieved or spent by or on behalf of the
- S. 52All cheques on the Bank shall be signed by the Chairman or Vice-Chairman and the Registrar
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