NMC New Guidelines: NMC New The National Medical Commission (NMC) has reversed its decision to implement a new medical curriculum that faced widespread backlash. The controversial guidelines, which were set to take effect in the 2024-25 academic year, included topics that were deemed discriminatory and outdated.
The NMC’s decision to withdraw the curriculum came after international organizations threatened to seek its suspension over the inclusion of “sodomy and lesbianism” as unnatural sexual offenses. These topics, along with others like the hymen and virginity, were previously removed from the curriculum in 2022 following a court directive.
The revised curriculum also included provisions that were seen as discriminatory against people with disabilities. Critics argued that the NMC’s decision to reintroduce these topics was a step backward in medical education and human rights.
In response to the growing opposition, the NMC issued a statement announcing the withdrawal of the guidelines. The commission said that the curriculum would be revised and uploaded in due course.
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While the NMC’s decision to withdraw the controversial curriculum is a victory for advocates of inclusivity and equality, it remains to be seen how the revised guidelines will address the concerns raised by critics.
What was mentioned in the new curriculum (NMC New Guidelines)?
The National Medical Commission has added topics like “sodomy and lesbianism,” the hymen, and virginity to the medical curriculum. These topics were removed earlier but have now been brought back. The curriculum also includes legal knowledge and training on medical examinations. However, the training on disability has been reduced.
