The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) issues a circular emphasizing that registered AYUSH practitioners are legally recognized healthcare professionals and cannot be dismissed as “quacks.” The commission states that public descriptions portraying qualified and registered AYUSH doctors as quacks do not have legal backing. It reinforces their statutory status within India’s healthcare system and highlights that they are part of the country’s recognized workforce.
NCISM also frames the issue as one of protecting constitutional and professional rights. The circular serves as a warning that labeling duly qualified practitioners in this manner may amount to an infringement of their rights and could lead to legal consequences. It calls for accurate public characterization of AYUSH doctors, distinguishing registered practitioners from unqualified or unauthorized individuals.
Overall, the circular seeks to prevent misuse of the term “quack” and to clarify that registered AYUSH doctors are entitled to respect and lawful recognition in the provision of health services.
