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Source– This post on National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) is based on the article “National Commission for Indian System of Medicine celebrates its 4th Foundation Day” published in “PIB” on 14th June 2024.
Why in the News?
Recently, The National Commission for Indian Medical Systems organized a two-day National Conference, ‘PRANA’ Protecting Rights and Novelties in ASUS (Mind to Market for Indian System of Medicines [ISM] Professionals).
About the conference
1. A two-day National Conference, ‘PRANA’ (Protecting Rights and Novelties in ASUS), was organized in collaboration with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell.
2. The seminar showcased numerous innovations with the potential for patents, commercialization, or technology transfer, suitable for startups.
3. The conference explored various aspects of supporting innovators in the Indian System of Medicine (ISM).
About National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM)
1. NCISM is a statutory body constituted under the NCISM Act, 2020, created by notification by the Central Government.
2. The Indian System of Medicine regulated under NCISM includes: Ashtang Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine.
3. Composition of the Commission: It is composed of Chairperson, Fifteen ex-officio members and 23 part-time members.
4. Qualification of Chairperson: A person of outstanding ability, proven administrative capacity, and integrity, possessing a postgraduate degree in any discipline of the Indian System of Medicine from a recognized University.
4. Functions of NCISM:
i) It lay down policies to maintain high quality and standards in education of the Indian System of Medicine. It develop necessary regulations for educational standards.
ii) It lay down policies for regulating medical institutions, medical research, and medical professionals.It develop necessary regulations for these areas.
iii) It assess healthcare requirements, including human resources and infrastructure. It develops a roadmap to meet these requirements.
iv) It frames guidelines and policies for the proper functioning of NCISM, Autonomous Boards, and State Medical Councils of the Indian System of Medicine. It ensures coordination among Autonomous Boards.
v) It ensures State Medical Councils comply with guidelines and regulations for effective functioning.
vi) It promotes observance of professional ethics and ethical conduct among medical practitioners.
vii) It also exercises appellate jurisdiction over decisions made by Autonomous Boards.
viii) It frames guidelines for determining fees and other charges for 50% of seats in private medical institutions and deemed universities governed by the Act.
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