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Navigating educational barriers: Bridging the gaps in forensic medicine and medical jurisprudence within Ayurveda
Aakriti Sharma1, N K Mishra2, Shobha K Bhat3
1PhD Scholar, Department of Agad Tantra, Faculty of Ayurveda, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University , Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005, INDIA.
Background:
The Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) curriculum was revised by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine in 2021-22. The updated syllabus now provides for extensive theoretical knowledge and skill development in forensic medicine (Agada Tantra evam Vidhi Vaidyaka), comparable with the MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) programme. This paper critically analyses these rigorous curricular reforms and argues that further steps are needed to provide practical training opportunities to Ayurveda students in line with those available to their MBBS counterparts in forensic medicine.
Methods:
This study employs a non-empirical methodology, analysing the existing literature, curriculum frameworks, and professional guidelines to evaluate the current state of forensic medicine education within Ayurveda.
Results:
The findings reveal significant gaps in the opportunities for practical training and regulatory restrictions for Ayurveda practitioners, which hinder them from effectively engaging with medico-legal issues in the clinical practice of forensic medicine.
Conclusion:
Comprehensive practical training and interdisciplinary collaboration are crucial for bridging the gap between practitioners of Ayurveda and those of modern medicine. This would not only enhance the professional capabilities of Ayurveda practitioners but also contribute to an integrated and equitable healthcare system.
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