Law… Bolam Test & Bolitho Principle: Standards of Medical Negligence in India — The Indian Adoption (Jacob Mathew v. State of Punjab) 20/12/202520/12/2025 Introduction When courts decide whether a doctor was negligent, they usually compare the doctor’s conduct with the standard expected of a reasonably competent medical practitioner. Two leading UK authorities shaped…
Law… Medical Systems Recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC): Allopathy, AYUSH, the Cross-Pathy Debate & Licensing 05/12/202520/12/2025 India has one of the most plural and diverse healthcare systems in the world. Modern scientific medicine (commonly known as Allopathy) exists side-by-side with traditional Indian systems such as Ayurveda,…
Law… Confidentiality in Medical Practice: Legal Duty, Exceptions & Landmark HIV Case Law — Mr. X v. Hospital Z 04/12/202511/12/2025 Confidentiality is one of the most essential pillars of medical ethics. It forms the foundation of trust between a doctor and a patient. When patients know that their medical information…
BNSS… Legal Framework for Medical Negligence in India 23/09/2025 Medical professionals occupy a unique position in society. They are entrusted with human life and health, and their duties are not only contractual but also moral. However, mistakes or lapses…
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