SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act Relief in Haryana – Online Application GuideScheme StatusScheme Status

The “Monetary Relief to the Victim of Atrocities” scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Caste & Backward Classes, Government of Haryana. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to members of Scheduled Caste (and Scheduled Tribe, as applicable) who become victims of atrocities committed by non-Scheduled Caste persons. The atrocities covered include damage or loss of property, grievous hurt, temporary/permanent incapacitation, murder, death, rape, gang rape, kidnapping, outrage of modesty, and similar offenses, provided an FIR is registered under the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities (PoA) Act, 1989. The relief amount is determined based on the norms prescribed in Annexure-I of the SC/ST(PoA) Rules, 1995.

Benefits

  • Financial Assistance Range:
    Assistance is provided ranging from ₹85,000/- to ₹8,25,000/- per family.
  • Disbursement:
    The financial relief is directly credited into the bank account of the victim or the family/dependents.

Eligibility

  • Residency:
    The applicant must be a permanent resident of Haryana.
  • Victim Status:
    The applicant must be a victim, or a family member/dependent of a victim, of an atrocity committed by non-Scheduled Caste persons.
  • Community Requirement:
    The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe community.
  • FIR Requirement:
    An FIR must be lodged under the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act, 1989 to qualify.

Application Process

Online Process via Antyodaya-SARAL Portal

  1. Registration:
    • Visit the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
    • If not registered, click on “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’ and fill in all mandatory details (Full Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, and State). Click “Submit.”
    • Verify your mobile number and email through the OTP received.
  2. Login:
    • Log in to the portal using your registered email ID and password.
  3. Application Submission:
    • Click on “Apply for Services” and then “View all Available Services.”
    • Search for and select the “Monetary Relief to the Victim of Atrocities” scheme.
    • Fill in all mandatory details in the online application form.
    • Under ‘Resident Detail,’ enter your details and your Family ID (Parivar Pehchan Patra number) to fetch family data.
    • Select the appropriate beneficiary name and verify using the OTP.
    • Upload all required documents.
    • Preview and submit the application.
  4. Tracking:
    • Track your application status by entering the Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID on the portal.

Documents Required

  1. Identity/Citizenship Proof:
    • Ration Card, Domicile Certificate, or Aadhaar Card.
  2. Resident/Address/Ownership Proof:
    • Ration Card, Domicile Certificate, or Aadhaar Card.
  3. SC/ST Caste Certificate.
  4. Bank Passbook.
  5. Copy of FIR or Challan:
    • As evidence of the atrocity.
  6. Additional Documents:
    • Any other documents as required by the authority.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who implements this scheme?
    The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Caste & Backward Classes, Government of Haryana.

  • What types of atrocities are covered under this scheme?
    The scheme covers a range of atrocities including damage/loss of property, grievous hurt, temporary/permanent incapacitation, murder, death, rape, gang rape, kidnapping, and outrage of modesty, among others.

  • Who is eligible for this scheme?
    The scheme is for victims (or their dependents/family members) belonging to Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe communities, who have suffered atrocities by non-Scheduled Caste persons.

  • Is an FIR required?
    Yes, an FIR must be lodged under the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act, 1989.

  • How can one apply for the scheme?
    Applications can be submitted online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.

  • What is the minimum amount of financial assistance provided?
    The minimum financial assistance is ₹85,000/-.

  • What is the maximum amount of financial assistance provided?
    The maximum assistance is ₹8,25,000/-.

  • How is the financial assistance disbursed?
    The relief is credited directly to the bank account of the victim or their family/dependents.

  • Is this scheme applicable to non-Scheduled Caste victims?
    No, it is specifically for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe members.

  • What documents are required to apply?
    Required documents include identity and residency proofs, SC/ST caste certificate, bank passbook, FIR/challan copy, and any additional documents as specified.

  • What acts govern the provisions of this scheme?
    The scheme is governed by the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act, 1989 and the SC/ST(PoA) Rules, 1995 (Annexure-I).

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