Bare Act
The Sikkim Clinical Establishments (Licensing and Registration) Act, 1995
Health199519 sections
This Act regulates all clinical establishments in the state of Sikkim, including hospitals, dispensaries, and diagnostic centers, by requiring them to obtain a valid license and be registered. It applies to private and non-governmental entities, excluding those run by the central or state governments. The legislation establishes a specific authority to oversee the licensing process, ensuring that medical facilities meet necessary standards. By mandating registration, the Act aims to protect public health and ensure accountability within the healthcare system, preventing the operation of unlicensed medical institutions.
- 1. Short title, extent, commencement and application
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Constitution of a licensing and Registering Authority
- 4. Jurisdiction and quorum
- 5. Powers, duties and functions of the Authority
- 6. Restriction in setting up clinical establishments
- 7. Application for licence and for registration
- 8. Renewal of a licence and certificate of registration
- 9. Processing of application
- 10. Directions
- 11. Inspection
- 12. Cancellation or suspension of a licence
- 13. Appeals
- 14. Offences and penalties
- 15. Offence by company
- 16. Taking cognizance of an offence
- 17. Chairman, member of the Authority and officer to be public servant
- 18. Power to remove difficulties
- 19. Power to make rules
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