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SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 26

SSC GD Const (English) - 26 Feb 2024 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q26

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The National Dental Commission Bill, 2023 introduced by _________ ministry.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Health and Family Welfare.

  • The National Dental Commission Bill, 2023 was introduced by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The Bill seeks to dissolve the existing Dental Council of India and replace it with the National Dental Commission (NDC).
  • It establishes standards for dental education, including accreditation and periodic review of dental institutions, and introduces a uniform licensing examination to regulate the profession and ensure quality in dental care.
  • The Bill is part of broader reforms in the health sector, aligning with similar legislation for medical education, such as the National Medical Commission (NMC).