The Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Ninaivu Inter-caste Marriage Assistance Scheme-II is an initiative launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to abolish caste and community discrimination by encouraging inter-caste marriages. It supports couples where one spouse belongs to a Forward Community and the other to the Backward Class or Most Backward Class Community, thereby fostering social integration and equal opportunity.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: A total of ₹50,000 is provided to support the new marriage.
- Gold Coin: The scheme includes the award of a 1 Sovereign (8 gm) 22-carat gold coin for making Thirumangalyam.
- Mode of Disbursal: Financial benefits are disbursed with ₹30,000 via Electronic Clearing Service and ₹20,000 through National Savings Certificate, ensuring secure and traceable transactions.
Eligibility
To qualify for the scheme, the couple must meet the following conditions:
- The couple should belong to a Backward Class or Most Backward Class community.
- The bride must have passed the 10th standard; if she belongs to a scheduled tribe, she must have studied up to Vth standard.
- The bride must be above 18 years of age at the time of marriage.
- The bride should hold a degree from regular colleges or a recognized government/distance education institution.
- Additionally, the applicant should be a diploma holder from an institution recognized by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu.
Application Process (Online via CSCs)
- Document Gathering: Collect all necessary documents required for the application.
- Visit a CSC: Go to the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the biometric verification process.
- Fill the Application Form: Complete all mandatory fields in the application form and upload copies of all required documents.
- Receipt of Acknowledgment: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC, ensuring that it includes details such as the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number if applicable.
Note: The application must be submitted before the child of the couple completes 3 years of age.
Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Inter-caste Marriage scheme Documents Required
- Marriage Invitation or Marriage Registration Certificate.
- Community Certificates for both the bride and the bridegroom.
- Age Certificate of the bride.
- Certificates of Graduates/Diploma.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the application deadline for the scheme?
A1: The application must be submitted before the child of the couple completes 3 years of age.
Q2: What educational qualifications are required for the bride?
A2: The bride should have passed the 10th standard; if she is from a scheduled tribe, she should have studied up to the Vth standard. Additionally, she should have a degree from a regular college or an approved distance education/government-recognized open university.
Q3: What is the age requirement for the bride under the scheme?
A3: The bride must be above 18 years of age at the time of marriage.
Q4: What are the eligibility criteria for the couple?
A4: The couple must belong to a Backward Class or Most Backward Class community, with one spouse from the Forward Community and the other from the eligible communities.
Q5: What is the mode of disbursal for the financial assistance?
A5: ₹30,000 is disbursed via Electronic Clearing Service and ₹20,000 in the form of a National Savings Certificate.
Q6: How much financial assistance is provided to the newly married couple under the scheme?
A6: The couple receives a total of ₹50,000.
Q7: Who launched the ‘Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Ninaivu Inter-caste Marriage Assistance Scheme’?
A7: The scheme was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu.
Q8: Can a diploma holder apply for the scheme?
A8: Yes, the applicant should be a diploma holder from an institution recognized by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu.
Q9: Are there any specific educational requirements for the bride from the scheduled tribe?
A9: Yes, in the case of a scheduled tribe bride, the educational requirement is that she should have studied up to Vth standard.
Q10: What details should be included in the receipt obtained from the CSC during the application process?
A10: The receipt should include the date and time of submission and a unique identification number, if applicable.
Q11: What is the significance of the 1 Sovereign (8 gm) 22-carat gold coin provided in the scheme?
A11: The gold coin is presented as a symbolic gesture during Thirumangalyam, representing prosperity and unity in the marriage.
Q12: How does the scheme contribute to social objectives?
A12: By encouraging inter-caste marriages, the scheme aims to eliminate caste and community discrimination, thereby promoting social integration and equal opportunity.