National councils in nursing are authoritative bodies that oversee the practice and regulation of nursing within a specific country. These councils are responsible for setting standards, accrediting nursing programs, licensing nurses, and ensuring compliance with national health policies. Examples include the [American Nurses Association](https://www.nursingworld.org/ana/), the [Nursing and Midwifery Council](https://www.nmc.org.uk/) in the UK, and the [Indian Nursing Council](https://www.indiannursingcouncil.org/).
