Health Minister Ramchandra Chandravansi told the assembly that Hansda, who is posted in the state's Pakur district, has been placed under suspension with immediate effect.
The authorities have started seizing the book and are also looking for the doctor, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Saryu Roy said.
The state government yesterday banned the book, "The Adivasi will not dance", for allegedly hurting the dignity of Santhal tribal women.
Today, the government issued a notification saying that the content of the book may disturb law and order situation in the state.
An order to seize all the copies of the book has also been issued, it said.
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