2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine: India Hosts Historic Health Conclave

Syllabus: Health and International Cooperation

Ministry of Ayush

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India hosts the Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, advancing global acceptance of Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani through scientific validation and international standards.

⚛️Static Concepts

Universal Health CoverageTCIMMinistry of Ayush Schemes

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Prelims-Oriented Points

Theme: 'Restoring Balance: The Science and Practice of Health and Well-Being'
Jointly organized by WHO and Ministry of Ayush from 17-19 December 2025
WHO Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025-2034 adopted by World Health Assembly
WHO Global Centre for Traditional Medicine (WHO-GTMC) established in Jamnagar, Gujarat
ICD-11 Module 2 launched in 2024 integrating Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani morbidity codes

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Examiner's Trap: WHO-GTMC in Jamnagar is the ONLY global out-posted centre for traditional medicine worldwide under WHO.

Quick Data Points

Summit Duration: 17-19 December 2025

Location: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

WHO Strategy Period: 2025-2034

Mains Value Addition

GS-2: Health Governance, International Institutions, India's Soft Power Diplomacy

Global Standardization: Scientific classification through ICD-11 and ICHI allows traditional medicine to enter global healthcare mainstreams.
Soft Power: Positions India as the global 'Knowledge Hub' for evidence-based traditional medicine.
UHC Goal: Traditional medicine is essential for achieving Universal Health Coverage in developing nations.

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Press Information Bureau (PIB)

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