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Vocational Training For VJNT And SBC Candidates Studying In Government Industrial Training Institute

Maharashtra

This Maharashtra government scheme, started in 2003-04, provides vocational training to unemployed youth and students belonging to Vimukta Jati, Nomadic Tribes (VJNT), and Special Backward Classes (SBC). The training is offered through Government Industrial Training Institutes to help beneficiaries gain employment skills and become self-employed. The scheme aims to reduce unemployment among these marginalized communities by providing formal skill-based education.

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Assistance for Purchase of Traditional Musical Instruments and Costumes for Scheduled Caste/Tribe Individuals

Uttarakhand

This Uttarakhand state scheme supports Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe individuals whose livelihood depends on traditional folk arts and music. It provides free traditional musical instruments and costumes to help folk artists and performers continue their cultural work. The scheme recognizes the importance of preserving traditional arts while supporting marginalized communities economically.

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Chief Ministers’ Education Assistance Scheme

Sikkim

The Chief Ministers' Education Assistance Scheme is run by the Government of Sikkim to help poor and marginalized students afford quality education. It provides financial aid to students from economically weaker sections, marginalized communities, and specially-abled students. Students can use this assistance for studies within Sikkim, in other Indian states, abroad, or for coaching classes to prepare for competitive exams.

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Free Bicycle Distribution to Students of Vimukt, Ghumantu and Ardhghumantu Communities

Rajasthan

This scheme provides free bicycles to students from Denotified Tribes, Nomadic Tribes, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes communities in Rajasthan. It is run by the Government of Rajasthan to help students in classes 6th to 11th access better transportation for attending school. The free bicycles aim to improve school attendance and reduce dropout rates among these marginalized communities.

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Free Education Scheme

Tamil Nadu

This scheme provides financial support to students from Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, and Denotified Communities who are pursuing 3-year undergraduate courses such as B.A., B.Sc., and B.Com. in Government and Government-Aided Arts and Science Colleges in Tamil Nadu. The scheme is administered by the Tamil Nadu State Government to ensure equal educational opportunities for historically marginalized communities. It aims to reduce financial barriers and enable eligible students to complete their higher education.

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Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department: Incentive/Award of Prizes-For Each Subjects

Tamil Nadu

This Tamil Nadu government scheme provides cash awards and prizes to students from Adi Dravidar and Tribal communities who perform well in their 10th and Plus 2 (Class 12) board examinations. Run by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, it aims to encourage educational excellence and support students from marginalized communities. The scheme also includes Adi Dravidar converts to Christianity as beneficiaries.

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Bhima Bhoi Bhinnakshyama Samarthya Abhiyan

Odisha

Bhima Bhoi Bhinnakshyama Samarthya Abhiyan (BBSA) is an umbrella scheme run by the Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) Department, Government of Odisha. The scheme aims to promote inclusivity, empowerment, and equal opportunities for marginalized communities, with special focus on persons with disabilities and socially disadvantaged groups. It works towards socio-economic rehabilitation and ensuring equal participation in society.

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Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chattar Sansodhit Yojna

Haryana

Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chattar Sansodhit Yojana is a Haryana state scheme designed to encourage merit and academic excellence among students from Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, Nomadic Communities, DNTs, Semi-Nomadic, Vimukt Jaati, and Tapriwas Jaati communities. The scheme aims to foster healthy competition and motivate students to achieve higher marks from middle school through post-graduation. It is implemented to promote equal educational opportunities and reduce educational gaps among marginalized communities.

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