Key terms as defined under the Pharmacy Act, 1948:
Pharmacist:
A person who is qualified and registered under the Act to practice pharmacy.
Pharmacy Council of India (PCI):
The central statutory body established to oversee the education and practice of pharmacy in India.
State Pharmacy Council:
State-level statutory bodies responsible for regulating pharmacy practice within their respective states.
Pharmacy Education:
Structured academic programs that lead to qualifications in pharmacy, such as Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm), Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), and Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm).
Registration:
The process by which a qualified pharmacist is officially recognized and permitted to practice.