17. The functions of the Council shall be-(a) to approve examinations in Pharmacy for the purpose of qualifying persons for registration as pharmacists;(b) to prescribe the subjects in which approved examinations shall be held;(c) to approve the courses of study and practical training in pharmacy for the purpose of admission to approved examinations;(d) to prescribe the conditions and procedure for admission of candidates to an approved examination;(e) to lay down the standard of teaching to be maintained by institutions conducting the approved courses of study;(f) to prescribe the equipment and facilities to be made available to the students;(g) to recognise degree or diploma in Pharmacy for the purpose of registration as pharmacists;(h) to cause inspection of institutions which conduct any course of study in Pharmacy and of the teachings imparted and examinations held by them;(i) to prepare and maintain Registers of pharmacists and apprentices in pharmacy;(j) to register pharmacists and grant certificates of registration;(k) to hold examinations for the purpose of registration as pharmacists; and(l) to do such other acts and things as it may be empowered or required to do by or under this Ordinance.