Program brief
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
|---|---|
| Meant for | Minorities, Unemployed, Women |
| Level | State, Bihar |
| Field | Social welfare & Empowerment |
| Started | 2006 |
| How to apply | Offline |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The objective of this scheme is to strengthen the economic condition of minority Muslim abandoned/divorced women and make them self-dependent by providing financial assistance of Rs. 25,000/-.
The scheme "Alpsankhyak Muslim Parityakta/Talaqshuda Mahila Sahayata Yojana" has been operated by the Minority Welfare Department, Government of Bihar, since the financial year 2006-07. The objective of this scheme is to strengthen the economic condition of minority Muslim abandoned/divorced women and make them self-dependent by providing financial assistance.
Further facts from the listing
| Implementing agency | Directorate Of Minority Welfare, Government Of Bihar |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
Benefits
- Under this scheme, the state government provides financial assistance of Rs. 25,000/- to minority Muslim abandoned/divorced women to strengthen their economic condition and make them self-reliant.
Note: The grant amount will be directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank accounts through RTGS/DBT.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 50 years
- Family income
- Up to Rs. 4 lakh a year
- Gender
- Female
- Also for
- Minority communities
- State
- Bihar
1. The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
2. The applicant should be a Muslim woman from a minority community.
3. The Muslim woman should fall under one of the following categories:
• Divorced
• Abandoned by her husband for more than 2 years
• Husband is completely mentally handicapped
4. The applicant's age should be between 18 and 50 years.
5. The applicant's annual family income should be less than Rs. 4,00,000/-.
6. The woman should not have remarried.
7. The benefits of this scheme are available only once in a lifetime.
8. Widow is not eligible for this scheme.
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Application steps
Offline
Step 1: To apply for benefits under this scheme, applicants should visit the office of the District Minority Welfare Officer in their respective district to collect the application form. The application form can also be downloaded from the department's website.
Step 2: Fill out the application form and attach all required documents.
Step 3: Submit the completed application form, along with all attachments, to the District Minority Welfare Office of your district.
Note 1: For applications and more information, please contact the office of the District Minority Welfare Officer located at the District Headquarters.
Note 2: Advertisements for the application of this scheme will be published in newspapers by the Directorate of Minority Welfare.
Note 3: The District Minority Welfare Officer will ensure the scrutiny of applications and attachments as per the prescribed procedure.
Note 4: The names and addresses of beneficiaries will be published on the departmental website and in a daily Urdu/Hindi newspaper. Beneficiaries will also be informed via SMS.
Questions and answers
When was the scheme introduced?
The scheme has been operational since the financial year 2006-07.
What is the objective of this scheme?
The main objective is to strengthen the economic condition of minority Muslim abandoned/divorced women and make them self-dependent by providing financial assistance.
Who can benefit from this scheme?
Minority Muslim women who are either divorced, abandoned by their husbands for more than two years, or whose husbands are completely mentally handicapped can benefit from the scheme.
What financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A one-time financial assistance of Rs. 25,000/- is provided to eligible women.
How is the financial assistance provided to beneficiaries?
The grant amount is directly transferred to the beneficiaries' bank accounts through RTGS/DBT.
Can a widow apply for this scheme?
No, widows are not eligible for this scheme.
Is there any age limit for applying?
Yes, the applicant must be between 18 and 50 years of age.
What is the income limit for eligibility?
The applicant's annual family income should be less than Rs. 4,00,000/-.
Can a woman who has remarried apply for the scheme?
No, a woman who has remarried is not eligible for this scheme.
How many times can a woman benefit from this scheme?
The benefit can be availed only once in a lifetime.
What documents are required to apply for the scheme?
The applicant needs to submit proof of identity, residence, income, divorce/abandonment/medical certificate for the husband's mental condition, and bank account details.
Where can I apply for this scheme?
You can apply at the office of the District Minority Welfare Officer in your respective district.
How will I be informed about the approval of my application?
Beneficiaries will be informed via SMS, and the names and addresses of the beneficiaries will be published on the department's website and in an Urdu/Hindi daily newspaper.
When will the advertisements for the scheme be published?
The Directorate of Minority Welfare will publish advertisements for the scheme in newspapers.
Where can I get more information about the scheme?
You can contact the District Minority Welfare Officer's office in your district headquarters for more information.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Documents from the provider
- Scheme Details (Page No. 6) bsmfc.org, PDF
- Official Website state.bihar.gov.in
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Filed under
- StateBihar114
- FieldSocial welfare & Empowerment1447
- FieldWomen and Child468
- Eligible groupMinorities67
- Eligible groupUnemployed170
- Eligible groupWomen452
- AgencyMinority Welfare Department6
- LevelState4048
- Award typeCash2722
- KeywordAbandoned Woman5
- KeywordDivorced Woman4
- KeywordFinancial Assistance1213
- KeywordMinority30
- KeywordMuslim Mahila
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