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Context:
In a significant development to enhance the global profile of traditional medicine, the Ministry of Ayush has signed an agreement with the World Health Organization (WHO).
Key Points:
Objective: To develop a Traditional Medicine (TM) module under the International Classification of Health Interventions (ICHI).
Significance: This module will complement WHO’s ICD-11 (International Classification of Diseases).
Implication: It will enable standardized global recognition of health interventions from traditional Indian systems like:
Ayurveda (e.g., Panchakarma)
Yoga (e.g., Yoga therapy)
Siddha (e.g., Siddha procedures)
Unani (e.g., Unani regimens)
Impact: A step toward mainstreaming traditional medicine globally by documenting therapies in universally accepted medical terminology.
Importance for India:
Enhances the credibility and global outreach of Indian traditional medicine.
Boosts India’s soft power and aligns with its aim to be a global wellness hub.
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