The Medical Assessment & Rating Board, Indian Systems of Medicine (MARB-ISM), under the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), conducted a workshop for drafting the Ayurveda Process Handbook at the NCISM office. The event took place on 24th, 25th, and 26th October 2024. The workshop aimed to finalize the processes for assessing ASU (Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani) institutions in alignment with the NCISM Act 2020.
Introduction to the Ayurveda Process Handbook
The preparation of the Ayurveda Process Handbook officially began on 5th September 2024, led by Vaidya Jayant Deopujari, Chairman of the NCISM. Prior to the workshop, a series of virtual discussions helped in shaping the initial framework of the handbook.
Inaugural Session
The workshop commenced on 24th October 2024 with a formal inaugural session, which was attended by 32 resource persons from various Ayurveda institutions.
- Dr. B.S. Prasad, President of BOA, delivered the inaugural address. He emphasized the key features of the Minimum Essential Standards for Ayurveda Undergraduate institutions and teaching hospitals, as well as the Assessment & Rating regulations for 2024. He highlighted the need for the process handbook and praised the initiative taken by the MARB-ISM.
- Dr. Raghuram Bhat, President of MARB-ISM, delivered the presidential address. He outlined the broader goals of the Ayurveda Process Handbook and its potential benefits for all stakeholders in the Ayurveda sector. He also acknowledged the significant contributions of the resource persons during the preparatory phase of the workshop.
Conclusion of the Workshop
The workshop concluded on 26th October 2024 with a valedictory function, chaired by Dr. Raghuram Bhat, President of MARB-ISM. Expert members who participated in the workshop shared their insights and experiences from the event.
Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs):
1. What was the purpose of the workshop conducted by NCISM in October 2024?
a) To conduct research on Ayurveda processes
b) To draft the Ayurveda Process Handbook
c) To assess Ayurveda institutions
d) To review NCISM regulations
Answer: b) To draft the Ayurveda Process Handbook
2. When did the official preparation for the Ayurveda Process Handbook begin?
a) 5th October 2024
b) 5th September 2024
c) 1st October 2024
d) 24th October 2024
Answer: b) 5th September 2024
3. Who delivered the inaugural address at the workshop?
a) Vaidya Jayant Deopujari
b) Dr. Raghuram Bhat
c) Dr. B.S. Prasad
d) The resource persons
Answer: c) Dr. B.S. Prasad
4. How many resource persons attended the workshop?
a) 25
b) 32
c) 40
d) 50
Answer: b) 32
5. Who chaired the valedictory function of the workshop?
a) Vaidya Jayant Deopujari
b) Dr. B.S. Prasad
c) Dr. Raghuram Bhat
d) The resource persons
Answer: c) Dr. Raghuram Bhat