The Arts and Culture Department, Puducherry, has launched the “Financial Assistance to Indigent Tamil Scholars” scheme to support impoverished artists who have made significant contributions to Tamil language and literature. Under this initiative, eligible scholars receive a monthly financial assistance to help sustain their artistic and literary pursuits.
Benefits
- Monthly Assistance:
Indigent Tamil scholars receive ₹1,500/- per month.
Eligibility Criteria
- Indigence:
The applicant must be an indigent artist. - Age:
The applicant should be 58 years and above. - Contribution:
The applicant should have made a significant contribution to Tamil language and literature. - Income Limit:
The applicant’s monthly income should not exceed ₹1,500/-.
Application Process (Offline)
- Obtain Application Form:
- Visit the Department of Art and Culture during office hours and request the hard copy of the prescribed application form from the designated staff.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all mandatory fields on the form.
- Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across if required) and attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the duly filled and signed form along with the documents to the Superintendent at the Department of Art and Culture, 1, Romain Rolland Street, Puducherry.
- Obtain Acknowledgment:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment that includes the date and time of submission and a unique identification number, if applicable.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof
- Proof of Age
- Additional Documents:
- Any other document as required (e.g., documents evidencing contribution to Tamil language and literature, and proof of income limitation).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the monthly financial assistance provided under this scheme?
Indigent Tamil scholars receive ₹1,500/- per month. -
Who is eligible for this financial assistance?
Eligible beneficiaries are indigent artists aged 58 years and above who have made significant contributions to Tamil language and literature. -
Is there a maximum income limit to qualify for this assistance?
Yes, the applicant’s income should not exceed ₹1,500/- per month. -
How is a “significant contribution to Tamil language and literature” defined?
The specifics of what constitutes a significant contribution are determined by the Department of Art and Culture based on the applicant’s body of work and impact in the field. -
What documents are required to prove the applicant’s contribution?
Applicants may be required to submit relevant certificates, publications, awards, or any other evidence as specified by the department. -
What proof is needed to show that an applicant’s income does not exceed ₹1,500/- per month?
Income certificates or other documents verifying the applicant’s financial status may be required. -
How can an applicant apply for this financial assistance?
Applications must be submitted offline by obtaining the application form from the Department of Art and Culture and submitting it along with the required documents. -
Is there a deadline for applying for this assistance?
The scheme details do not specify a deadline; it is advisable to apply during office hours as per the guidelines provided by the department. -
Can the financial assistance be stopped or withdrawn?
Yes, benefits may be discontinued if the applicant’s circumstances change (e.g., if income increases above the limit or if the contribution to Tamil language and literature is reassessed) or if there is any non-compliance with the scheme guidelines. -
Who should be contacted for more information?
For further assistance or inquiries regarding the application process, applicants should contact the Department of Art and Culture in Puducherry.