The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Act 2020
maharashtra · 2020
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- S. 1(J) This Act may be called the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Act, 2020
- S. 2Section defines key terms used in the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Act 2020.
- S. 3The section establishes a National Commission for Indian System of Medicine, grants it corporate powers, and sets its head office in New Delhi.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the composition of the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine, including a Chairperson and ex officio and part-time members.
- S. 5Section 5 outlines the appointment process for the Chairperson and members of the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine by the Central Government.
- S. 6Section 6 outlines the term, removal, and resignation procedures for the Chairperson and Members of the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine.
- S. 7Section 7 allows the Central Government to remove a Chairperson or Member of the Commission if they meet certain disqualifying conditions.
- S. 8Section 8 establishes a Secretariat for the Commission, headed by a Secretary appointed by the Central Government.
- S. 9(1) The Commission shall meet at least once every quarter at such time and place as may be appointed by the Chairperson
- S. 10Section 10 outlines the functions of the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine, including regulating education, institutions, and healthcare requirements.
- S. 11Section 11 establishes an Advisory Council for Indian System of Medicine, composed of various officials and experts to advise the government.
- S. 12Section 12 establishes a Council to advise the Commission on standards and equitable access in medical education, training, research, and development.
- S. 13(1) The Council shall meet atleast twice a year at such time and place as may be decided by the Chairperson
- S. 14Section 14 establishes a uniform entrance test and counseling process for Indian System of Medicine undergraduate courses.
- S. 15Section 15 mandates the National Exit Test for licensing Indian System of Medicine practitioners and their enrollment.
- S. 16Section mandates a uniform entrance test and common counselling for postgraduate admissions in Indian System of Medicine disciplines.
- S. 17Section mandates a National Teachers’ Eligibility Test for postgraduates in Indian System of Medicine to pursue teaching.
- S. 18Section 18 establishes Autonomous Boards under the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine to oversee Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, and medical assessments.
- S. 19Section 19 details the composition of four Autonomous Boards for regulating Indian System of Medicine disciplines.
- S. 20Section 20 mandates the Central Government to appoint board members based on Search Committee recommendations.
- S. 21Section 21 sets the term limits, eligibility, and service conditions for the President and members of Autonomous Boards under the Act.
- S. 22Section establishes advisory and ethics committees to assist Autonomous Boards in efficiently performing their functions under the Act.
- S. 23Section 23 mandates the Commission to allocate specified experts to Autonomous Boards as per regulations.
- S. 24(1) Every Autonomous Board shall meet at least once a month at such time and place as it may appoint
- S. 25Section 25 empowers the National Commission to delegate administrative and financial powers to Autonomous Boards and outlines criteria for selecting Board members.
- S. 26Section 26 establishes boards to oversee education standards, curriculum development, and institution guidelines for Ayurveda and Unani, Siddha, and Sowa-Rigpa.
- S. 27Section 27 outlines the functions of the Board of Ethics and Registration for Indian System of Medicine, including maintaining a national register, regulating professional conduct, and exercising appellate jurisdiction.
- S. 28Section 28 establishes the Medical Assessment and Rating Board to evaluate and rate Indian medical institutions based on compliance with standards.
- S. 29Section 29 prohibits establishing new medical institutions or increasing seats without permission from the Medical Assessment and Rating Board for Indian System of Medicine.
- S. 30Section 30 outlines criteria for approving or disapproving schemes for Indian System of Medicine institutions, including infrastructure, faculty, and facilities.
- S. 31Section 31 mandates the establishment of a State Medical Council for Indian System of Medicine and outlines disciplinary procedures for misconduct by practitioners.
- S. 32Section mandates the Board to maintain a National Register of qualified Indian System of Medicine practitioners and synchronizes it with State Registers.
- S. 33Section 33 grants licenses to qualified Indian System of Medicine practitioners and establishes state and national registers for their enrollment.
- S. 34Section 34 restricts practice of Indian System of Medicine to registered practitioners and prescribes penalties for violations.
- S. 35Section 35 lists and recognizes medical qualifications in Indian System of Medicine granted by universities or institutions, managed by respective boards.
- S. 36Section 36 allows the Commission to recognize foreign qualifications in Indian System of Medicine and appeals to the Central Government if denied.
- S. 37Section 37 allows the National Commission to withdraw recognition of medical qualifications that do not meet specified standards.
- S. 38Section 38 allows the Commission to recognize foreign ISM qualifications, but practice requires enrollment and passing a National Exit Test.
- S. 39The Central Government can provide financial grants to the Commission as deemed appropriate.
- S. 40Section 40 establishes a fund for the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine, funded by government grants and used for salaries, administrative expenses, and compliance with educational standards.
- S. 41Section 41 mandates the Commission to maintain and audit accounts, with the Comptroller and Auditor-General overseeing and reporting to Parliament.
- S. 42Section 42 mandates the Commission to submit reports to the Central Government and prepare annual reports for Parliament.
- S. 43Section 43 allows the Central Government to issue policy directions to the Commission and Boards, which must comply, while giving them a chance to express views.
- S. 44Section 44 allows the Central Government to direct State Governments to implement the Act's provisions.
- S. 45Section 45 mandates the Commission to provide reports and information to the Central Government, which may publish them as deemed fit.
- S. 46Universities and medical institutions must maintain a website displaying required information for the Commission.
- S. 47Section 47 ensures that students and institutions continue their courses and maintain standards despite changes in the Act.
- S. 48Section 48 deems Commission officials acting under the Act as public servants under the Indian Penal Code.
- S. 49Section provides immunity from legal proceedings for government entities and officials acting under the Act.
- S. 50Section 50 restricts court proceedings on offenses under the Act to complaints from authorized Commission or State Medical Council officials.
- S. 51Section 51 allows the Central Government to temporarily replace the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine if it fails to fulfill its duties.
- S. 52(/) There shall be a joint sitting of the Commission, the National Commission for Sommission
- S. 53Section empowers state governments to enhance healthcare professionals' capacity for public health promotion.
- S. 54(1) The Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make rules make rules
- S. 55Section 55 empowers the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine to create regulations to implement the Act, including procedures for expert engagement and medical education standards.
- S. 56Section 56 mandates rules and regulations made under the Act to be presented to Parliament for 30 days of review.
- S. 57Section 57 allows the Central Government to issue orders to resolve Act implementation issues, but only within two years, and must present them to Parliament.
- S. 58Section 58 repeals the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 and dissolves the Central Council of Indian Medicine, preserving existing rights and penalties.
- S. 59Section 59 transfers the Central Council of Indian Medicine's assets and functions to the new National Commission for Indian System of Medicine.