RULES & REGULATIONS RELATED TO AYUSH STATE REGISTRATION BOARDS OF CONCERNED STATE

  • RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATED TO AYUSH STATE REGISTRATION BOARDS OF CONCERNED STATE


    • The AYUSH State Registration Boards are constituted under respective State Acts to regulate the practice and education of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy.

    • These bodies function under the guidance of the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.

    • The main aim is to maintain a registry of qualified practitioners, ensure professional ethics, monitor malpractice, and uphold standards of traditional medical systems.


    AYUSH REGISTRATION BOARD тАУ PURPOSE AND ROLE

    • To register qualified practitioners of Ayurveda and other AYUSH systems.

    • To maintain an updated live register of medical practitioners.

    • To issue registration certificates that legally allow practice in a state.

    • To investigate cases of professional misconduct and malpractice.

    • To coordinate with the Ministry of AYUSH and Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM)/National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM).

    • To implement state rules regarding ethical practice, education standards, and practitioner conduct.


    IMPORTANT RULES AND REGULATIONS

    • Registration is mandatory for legal practice of Ayurveda and allied systems.

    • Practitioner must hold a recognized degree/diploma from an institution approved by NCISM.

    • Renewal of registration may be required periodically (every 5 years or as per state regulations).

    • Each practitioner must abide by the Code of Ethics prescribed by the NCISM.

    • Misrepresentation of qualification or practice without registration is a punishable offence.

    • Illegal practice, quackery, or impersonation can lead to cancellation of registration and legal action.


    TYPICAL REGISTRATION PROCESS (STATE-SPECIFIC)

    • Submission of application form along with degree certificate, proof of identity, and fees.

    • Verification of documents by the board.

    • Issue of Registration Certificate with a unique number.

    • Registration entered in the State Medical Register.

    • Some states conduct online registration and renewal via AYUSH portals.


    LEGAL PROVISIONS UNDER WHICH BOARD FUNCTIONS

    • Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 (particularly in case of Ayurvedic medicines).

    • Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 (Now replaced by NCISM Act, 2020).

    • NCISM Act, 2020 тАУ For maintaining educational and professional standards.

    • Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2010 тАУ Applicable in states that have adopted this act for AYUSH institutions.


    MODERN LEGAL AND TOXICOLOGICAL ASPECTS (FORENSIC RELEVANCE)

    • AYUSH practitioners are not legally permitted to practice modern allopathic medicine unless permitted by state orders or bridge courses (e.g., in emergency cases).

    • Misuse or misbranding of Ayurvedic drugs falls under Section 33EEC to 33EEI of Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

    • AYUSH doctors may be summoned as expert witnesses in medico-legal cases involving Ayurvedic drugs or therapies.

    • Cases of malpractice, negligence, or death due to toxic herbs are increasingly under forensic scrutiny.

    • Poisonous herbs (Vishadravyas) must be handled with utmost care; AYUSH boards issue guidelines for the same.

    • Practitioners must keep proper case records and informed consent, especially in procedures like Kshara Karma, Agnikarma, Panchakarma, and Raktamokshana.


    SANCTIONS AND DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS

    • Boards have powers to suspend or cancel registration if:

      • Conviction of a criminal offence.

      • Gross negligence or misconduct.

      • Violation of ethical guidelines or state rules.

    • Inquiry committee is often constituted for such actions.

    • Right to appeal is available with the respective appellate authority.


    IMPORTANT SANSKRIT REFERENCES

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    "рди рддреНрд╡рдирднрд┐рдЬреНрдЮреЛрд╜рдЧрджреЗрд╖реНрд╡рдЧрджрдВ рдпреБрдХреНрддрдореБрдкрджреНрдпрддреЗред"
    тАЬA person who is not skilled in Agada (toxicology) should not administer antidotes.тАЭ
    (Emphasizing the importance of regulated and qualified practice.)

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    A physician must be well-versed in shastra, skillful, disciplined, and of ethical conduct.


    ROLE OF CENTRAL AND STATE GOVERNMENTS

    • The Ministry of AYUSH sets national policies and standards.

    • State governments implement acts, set up registration boards, and regulate education and hospitals.

    • Boards act as a bridge between the central authorities (like NCISM) and the grassroots practitioners.


    CODE OF ETHICS FOR AYUSH PRACTITIONERS

    • Practitioners must not claim false cures.

    • Should not indulge in advertisements or self-promotion violating professional dignity.

    • Must report adverse drug reactions or outcomes.

    • Should maintain patient confidentiality and medical records.