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National Award For Senior Citizens (Vayoshreshtha Samman): Centenarian

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

The National Award for Senior Citizens, known as Vayoshreshtha Samman, is a prestigious recognition program run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. This award honors outstanding senior citizens and organizations that have made distinguished contributions to the welfare of elderly persons, particularly those in need. The awards are presented annually on October 1st by the President of India.

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CentralEducation

National Fellowship for Students with Disabilities

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

The National Fellowship for Students with Disabilities is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It provides financial support and fellowships to students with disabilities who wish to pursue higher education. The scheme aims to help disabled students complete their studies and build successful careers.

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National Awards For Outstanding Services In The Field Of Prevention Of Alcoholism And Substance (Drug) Abuse: Outstanding Achievement By An Individual

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

This is a national award scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to honor individuals who have done outstanding work in preventing alcoholism and drug abuse, and in helping people recover from addiction. The scheme recognizes and encourages excellence among social workers, health professionals, community leaders, and activists working in this field across India.

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Deen Dayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

The Deen Dayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme (DDRS) is a central government program run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It aims to support persons with disabilities across India through rehabilitation, training, and educational services. The scheme provides assistance to help disabled individuals become self-reliant and improve their quality of life.

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Vanchit Ikai Samooh Aur Vargon Ko Aarthik Sahayata Yojana

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

VISVAS is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It provides financial help through interest subsidies (called interest subvention) on loans taken by Self Help Groups (SHGs) and individuals belonging to OBC and SC communities. The scheme aims to make loans cheaper and more affordable for these groups to start or grow their businesses.

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NBCFDC General Loan Scheme

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

The NBCFDC General Loan Scheme is a central government program run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It provides loans to Indian citizens from backward classes (OBC) who want to start or expand income-generating businesses. The scheme aims to empower economically backward communities by providing financial support for self-employment and entrepreneurship.

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Credit Based Schemes For SC - Term Loan (TL)

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

This is a term loan scheme operated by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to support entrepreneurs belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category. The scheme aims to provide credit support to SC entrepreneurs for starting or expanding their business ventures. It is available across all states in India and is designed to promote economic self-reliance among SC community members.

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CentralEducation

Persons With Disabilities Scheme In Colleges: Higher Education For Persons With Special Needs

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

This scheme ensures that persons with disabilities have equal access to higher education in colleges and universities across India. Run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment in partnership with the University Grants Commission (UGC), it supports universities and colleges in providing special education facilities and accommodations. The scheme is based on the Persons with Disabilities Act 1995, which recognizes the right of differently-abled persons to education at all levels.

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Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Pre-matric Scholarship to Other Backward Classes (OBC) for Studies in India

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

This is a scholarship scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to help poor students from Other Backward Classes (OBC) continue their school education. The scheme provides financial support to school-going children whose parents have low income. It aims to reduce dropout rates and encourage education among OBC students in India.

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National Overseas Scholarship For Scheduled Caste Etc. Candidates

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

This is a scholarship program run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to help talented students from Scheduled Castes, Denotified Nomadic and Semi Nomadic Tribes, Landless Agricultural Labourers, and Traditional Artisans pursue higher education abroad. The scheme supports students who want to study Master's degrees or Ph.D. programs in foreign universities. It aims to provide equal educational opportunities to marginalized communities at the international level.

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