The document discusses accreditation in nursing education. It defines accreditation as a voluntary process where an organization is officially recognized by a board after meeting certain written standards. The purposes of accreditation include maintaining quality standards, encouraging self-evaluation, and protecting nursing institutions from external pressures. The accreditation process involves a self-study, site visits, and a final decision on accreditation status. Key accrediting bodies for nursing education in India are the Indian Nursing Council, state nursing councils, and the National Assessment and Accreditation Council.