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The Karnataka Private Nursing Homes (Regulation) Act, 1976

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The Karnataka Private Nursing Homes (Regulation) Act, 1976, establishes a regulatory framework for private healthcare facilities in Karnataka. It mandates that all private nursing homes—defined as non-government hospitals or clinics—must obtain a valid license to operate. The Act empowers the state government to set specific standards for hygiene, staffing, and medical facilities, while also regulating the fees these institutions can charge patients. By requiring official oversight and inspections, the law ensures that private medical providers maintain quality care and accountability. For citizens, this legislation serves as a safeguard against substandard medical practices and arbitrary pricing in the private healthcare sector.

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  1. 1. 1. Short title and commencement.
  2. 2. 2. Definitions.
  3. 3. 3. Private Nursing Home to be licensed.
  4. 4. Standards.
  5. 5. Fees to be charged.
  6. 6. Application for licence.
  7. 7. Disposal of applications.
  8. 8. Factors to be taken into account in disposing of applications.
  9. 9. Inspections, etc.
  10. 10. Defaults.
  11. 11. Appeals.
  12. 12. Penalty.
  13. 13. 13. Cognizance of offences.
  14. 14. 14. Indemnity.
  15. 15. 15. Rules.
  16. 16. Rules to be placed before the State Legislature.
  17. 17. Repeal of Karnataka Ordinance No. 25 of 1976.

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