Section 12 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020.
- (1)The Council shall be the primary platform through which the States and Union territories may put forth their views and concerns before the Commission and help in shaping the overall agenda, policy and action relating to medical education, training, research and development of Homoeopathy.
- (2)The Council shall advise the Commission on measures to determine and maintain, and to coordinate maintenance of the minimum standards in all matters relating to medical education, training, research and development.
- (3)The Council shall advise the Commission on measures to enhance equitable access to medical education.
Summary
- The Advisory Council serves as the main way for States and Union territories to share their local views and concerns directly with the Commission.
- The Council helps the Commission shape the big-picture agenda, policies, and actions regarding homoeopathic education, training, and research.
- The Council gives advice to the Commission on how to create and keep up minimum standards for medical education across the country.
- The Council also advises the Commission on finding ways to make medical education more fair and accessible to everyone.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can the Advisory Council force the Commission to change a rule?
No, the Council's role is to advise the Commission and put forth views, not to make the final binding rules.
2. Why do States and Union territories need this Council?
It provides a dedicated, primary platform for them to ensure their local concerns about medical education and healthcare are heard at the national level.
3. Does the Council care about how easy it is to get into medical school?
Yes, one of their specific legal functions is to advise on measures to enhance equitable access to medical education.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 12 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020., what is the primary role of the Advisory Council regarding States and Union territories?
Q2.Under Section 12 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020., which of the following is a specific area that the Advisory Council is legally mandated to advise the Commission on?
Q3.Under Section 12 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020., does the Advisory Council have the authority to independently set the minimum standards for medical research?
Q4.Under Section 12 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020., what kind of overarching plan does the Advisory Council help the Commission shape?