Anjugam Ammiar Ninaivu Intercaste Marriage Assistance Scheme

Anjugam Ammiar Ninaivu Intercaste Marriage Assistance Scheme

What are the objectives of the scheme? The scheme was initiated in the year 1st July 1967 a.          To abolish caste and community feelings based on birth b.          To abort evils of untouchability and encourage intercaste marriages

What is the assistance provided under this scheme? The following assistance are provided under this scheme: a.          SCHEME-I Rs.20, 000 (Rs.10, 000 in the form of National Saving Certificate and Rs.10,000 in the form of Demand draft/Cheque) if one of the spouse belongs to SC/ST. b.          SCHEME-II Rs.15, 000 (Rs.10, 000 in the form of National Saving Certificate and Rs.5000 in the form of Demand draft/Cheque) for an individual of forward community marries a BC/MBC person.

What are the criteria for availing the benefit under this scheme? The criteria for availing the benefits under this scheme are: 1.          No income limit for availing assistance under this scheme. 2.          The minimum age limit of bride should be 18 years and should not exceed 30 years.

Who are the beneficiaries under this scheme? The inter caste marriage couples are beneficiaries under this scheme.

For the year 2010-2011 what is the budget estimated to be allocated for this scheme? For the year 2010-2011 Rs.535.50 Lakh has been allocated in the budget for the beneficiaries under this scheme

What is the time limit for sending the application? The application has to be sent within 2 years from the date of marriage.

What are the certificates to be enclosed while sending the application for availing the scheme? The following certificates to be enclosed while sending the application: 1.          Marriage invitation card 2.          Marriage registration certificate 3.          Community certificate of the bride and the bridegroom 4.          Age certificate of the bride

What is the estimated time limit for the process of applications? From the date of receipt of applications, it will be processed within 15 days.

Who are the officials to be contacted by the beneficiaries for availing the scheme? The District social welfare officer and extention officers (Social welfare)

Where should the grievance to be addressed? The grievances may be addressed to: 1.          The Director, Tamilnadu State social Welfare Board, Chepauk, Chennai 600 005. 2.          District Collector 3.          District Social Welfare Officer.