CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -According to the government, the NMC bill will provide for a medical education system that improves access to quality and affordable medical education, and ensures availability of adequate and high quality medical professionals in all parts of the country.

Detailed explanation-2: -New Delhi: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday removed the provision of bridge course for Ayush practitioners to practise modern medicine, as part of amendments to the National Medical Commission (NMC) Bill, said an official.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Bill sets up the National Medical Commission (NMC). The NMC will regulate medical education and practice.

Detailed explanation-4: -The NMC bill was passed by parliament and approved by President on 8 August 2019. National Medical Commission ordinance was brought in to replace Medical Council of India in early 2019 through an ordinance issued in January, 2019 by the President of India.