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From UPSC perspective, the following things are important :
Prelims level: AYURGYAN and AYURSWATHYA Scheme
Why in the News?
- The National AYUSH Mission (NAM) is an important Centrally Sponsored Scheme aimed at promoting and developing the AYUSH systems of medicine across the country.
- In addition to NAM, Central Sector Schemes like the AYURSWASTHYA Yojana and the AYURGYAN Scheme play a crucial role in advancing the mission’s objectives
About AYURGYAN and AYURSWATHYA Scheme
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| AYURSWASTHYA Yojana | • Under the Ministry of AYUSH to promote AYUSH healthcare and education. • Has two key components:
• Funding: Maximum assistance of ₹10 crore for Centre of Excellence upgrades for 3 years. |
| AYURGYAN Scheme | • Created by merging two schemes under one umbrella. • Focuses on promoting AYUSH education and research. • Aims to develop quality standards and expand AYUSH education and healthcare services across India. • Training of healthcare professionals in AYUSH and supporting research initiatives to improve efficacy and standards of traditional medicine. |
Back2Basics: National AYUSH Mission (NAM)
| Category | Details |
| Overview  | • Launched in September 2014 under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare during the 12th Five Year Plan. • Aimed at promoting and strengthening traditional systems of medicine: AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy). • Focuses on improving healthcare infrastructure in rural and remote areas, enhancing access to AYUSH services and promoting holistic health across India. |
| Implementation and Structure | • Initially implemented by the Department of AYUSH, now under the Ministry of AYUSH for nationwide execution. • Works in partnership with States and UTs to address healthcare gaps in underserved areas. |
| Provisions under NAM | • Promotion of AYUSH Systems: Integrates AYUSH into the mainstream healthcare system, especially in rural and underserved areas. • Support to State/UTs: Provides financial support for establishing AYUSH dispensaries, clinics, colleges and hospitals. • Strengthening AYUSH Health Services: Financial assistance for expanding AYUSH services, especially in remote areas. • Research & Development (R&D): Supports research for developing better treatments and standardizing practices in AYUSH. |
PYQ:[2019] How is the Government of India protecting traditional knowledge of medicine from patenting by pharmaceutical companies? |
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