Lok Sabha has passed Homoeopathy Central Council (Amendment) Bill, 2018 by voice vote to replace Ordinance promulgated by President in May 2018.
It amends Homoeopathy Central Council Act, 1973 which sets up Central Council of Homoeopathy and regulates homeopathic education and practice.
The Bill amends 1973 Act to provide for supersession of Central Council with effect from May 18, 2018.
The Council will be reconstituted within 1 year from date of its supersession.
In the interim period, the Board of Governors constituted by central government will exercise powers of Central Council.
Board of Governors will consist of up to 7 members including persons of eminence in the field of homeopathy education, eminent administrators, appointed by Union Government.
The Central Government will select one of these members as Chairperson of Board.