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Clear filtersDr. Ambedkar Foundation Essay Competition Scheme for Class 10th-12th & Colleges/Universities/Institutions Students in 22 Indian Languages and English
This is a national essay writing competition run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It invites students from classes 10th and 12th, as well as college and university students, to write essays about Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's life, ideas, and contributions to social justice. Essays can be written in 22 Indian languages or in English. The competition aims to inspire young people to think about equality, removing caste discrimination, and national unity.
View DetailsNational Overseas Scholarship For Students With Disabilities
This is a scholarship scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to help students with disabilities pursue higher education abroad. It supports Indian citizens with disabilities who want to study Master's degree or Ph.D. programs at foreign universities in approved fields of study. The scheme aims to empower persons with disabilities by giving them access to world-class education opportunities outside India.
View DetailsMicro Credit Finance (NSFDC)
This scheme provides small loans to help individuals from the Scheduled Caste (SC) community start or expand income-generating businesses. It is run by the National Scheduled Castes Finance & Development Corporation (NSFDC) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. The scheme supports self-employment by offering affordable credit for setting up small economic units.
View DetailsNational Award For Senior Citizens (vayoshreshtha Samman): Sports And Adventure
The Vayoshreshtha Samman: Sports and Adventure award recognizes and honors senior citizens who have achieved international recognition in sports and adventure activities. Run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, this prestigious annual award is presented by the President of India at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. It celebrates the outstanding contributions and continued excellence of elderly citizens in these fields.
View DetailsNational Award For Senior Citizens (Vayoshreshtha Samman): Best Public Sector Organisation In Promoting The Wellbeing And Welfare Of Senior Citizens
The Vayoshreshtha Samman is a national award given by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to recognize and honor public sector organizations that demonstrate outstanding commitment to the wellbeing and welfare of senior citizens. This award celebrates organizations that go beyond their regular duties to serve elderly citizens through various welfare programs and community initiatives. The scheme aims to encourage public sector undertakings to prioritize senior citizen care and set examples for others to follow.
View DetailsNational Award For Senior Citizens (Vayoshreshtha Samman): Best State In Implementing The Maintenance And Welfare Of Parents And Senior Citizens Act, 2007, And Providing Services And Facilities To Senior Citizens
The Vayoshreshtha Samman award recognizes and honors states and union territories that have done excellent work in implementing the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007. This national award is given by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to states that provide the best services, facilities, and support to senior citizens. The award aims to encourage states to strengthen their programs for elderly citizens and ensure their wellbeing.
View DetailsNational Award For Senior Citizens (vayoshreshtha Samman): Best Urban Local Body In Providing Services And Facilities To Senior Citizens
The Vayoshreshtha Samman award recognizes and honors urban local bodies (municipal corporations and councils) that provide outstanding services and facilities to senior citizens. Run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, this national award celebrates the best practices in senior citizen welfare at the urban level. Selected municipal bodies are felicitated by the President of India on October 1st at Vigyan Bhawan, Delhi, during the National Senior Citizens Day celebration.
View DetailsRashtriya Parivar Sahayata Yojana
Rashtriya Parivar Sahayata Yojana is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It provides financial assistance to families who lose their main earner or breadwinner due to death. This scheme helps poor families cope with the sudden loss of income and supports their basic needs during difficult times.
View DetailsScheme Of Assistance To Disabled Persons For Purchase/Fitting Of Aids/Appliances
This is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to help disabled persons get modern aids and appliances. The scheme provides financial assistance to buy equipment that can help disabled people live better, move around easier, and feel more confident in society. These aids and appliances are made using modern technology and scientific methods to truly help reduce the effects of disability.
View DetailsSMILE - Comprehensive Rehabilitation For Welfare Of Transgender Persons
SMILE is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to support transgender persons. The scheme provides financial assistance through scholarships to transgender students studying in classes IX to XII (secondary and senior secondary school). Its main goal is to reduce school dropouts and help transgender students continue their education.
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