Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professionals Bill, 2021?
A. The Bill sets up the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions.
B. The Commission will constitute a Professional Council for every recognised category of allied and healthcare professions.
C. Both A & B
D. None of these
Explanation:
Lok Sabha cleared the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Bill, a Bill to set up a commission for regulating and prescribing uniform education standards for allied and healthcare professionals. The Bill defines ‘allied health professional’ as an associate, technician, or technologist trained to support the diagnosis and treatment of any illness, disease, injury, or impairment. Such a professional should have obtained a diploma or degree under this Bill. The Commission will constitute a Professional Council for every recognised category of allied and healthcare professions.
