NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR
HOMOEOPATHY ACT, 2020
OBJECTIVE
To reform, modernize, and regulate homoeopathic education and practice in
India by ensuring transparency, accountability, and high standards in
teaching, research, and professional conduct.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
1. Replacement of Previous Law:
The Act repeals the Homoeopathic Central Council Act, 1973.
Central Council of Homoeopathy (CCH) is dissolved.
2. Establishment of New Regulatory Body:
National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) is constituted as the apex body
to regulate homoeopathic education and practice across India.
3. Three Autonomous Boards under NCH:
Homoeopathy Education Board (HEB): Sets academic standards, curriculum,
syllabi, and oversees course content and institutions.
Medical Assessment and Rating Board for Homoeopathy (MARBH): Conducts
evaluations and ratings of educational institutions to ensure quality.
Board of Ethics and Registration for Homoeopathy (BERH): Maintains a
national register of practitioners and enforces ethical standards.
4. Standardized National Examinations:
NEET (National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test): Mandatory for admission to
undergraduate homoeopathy programs.
NEXT (National Exit Test): Required for:
Licensing to practice homoeopathy.
Admission into postgraduate programs.
5. Focus Areas:
Enhancing quality of education and research.
Promoting transparency, accountability, and ethical clinical practice.
Encouraging evidence-based and scientific approaches in homoeopathy.
6. Digital Health Integration:
Encourages the use of digital technologies in education, clinical practice, and
health record maintenance.
7. Grievance Redressal Mechanism:
Provisions for appeals and redressal of grievances related to education,
ethics, and practitioner conduct through defined appellate authorities.
8. Promoting Global Standards:
Aligns Indian homoeopathy education with international standards,
promoting mobility and recognition of Indian practitioners abroad.
9. Research Emphasis:
Special focus on scientific research, clinical trials, and collaborations with
research institutions to build a stronger evidence base.
10. Periodic Review and Assessment:
Mandates regular review of institutions and curricula to keep up with
advances in medicine and public health needs.
SIGNIFICANCE
This Act is a landmark step toward elevating the credibility and quality of
homoeopathy in India. By instituting robust regulatory mechanisms and
national standards, it ensures:
Uniformity in education and qualifications,
Ethical and competent professional practice,
Greater public trust in the homoeopathic healthcare system.