The “Incentive for the SC Widow Re-Marriage” scheme is an initiative by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka, designed to encourage remarriage among widows belonging to the Scheduled Caste community. This scheme aims to promote social change and rehabilitate widows by offering financial assistance, helping them lead a normal life through remarriage. The incentive is available only to those widows who submit their applications within one year of their marriage.
Benefits
- Incentive Amount:
- If a Scheduled Caste widow remarries a male from another caste, she receives an incentive of ₹3,00,000/-.
- If the beneficiary has already received an incentive under the simple marriage scheme, she will be eligible for ₹2,50,000/- under this scheme.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The applicant must be a resident of Karnataka. - Marital Status:
The applicant must be a widow. - Community:
The widow should belong to the Scheduled Caste community. - Application Time Frame:
The application must be submitted within one year of the remarriage. - Spouse Requirements:
There are no caste or religion restrictions for the spouse; however, the couple must reside in Karnataka. - Income Limit:
There is no annual income limit for this scheme.
Application Process
Online Process
- Visit the Official Website:
Begin by navigating to the official website of the Social Welfare Department, Karnataka. - Registration:
Register using your Aadhaar Card and provide all the required information. - Document Upload:
Upload all the relevant documents as part of the application process. - Acknowledgement:
After registration, an SMS confirmation is sent to the applicant. The applicant can print the acknowledgement form as proof of application. - Verification:
The Social Welfare Department will conduct spot verification of the details provided. - Incentive Disbursement:
Once verified, the incentive will be credited directly to the registered bank account of the applicant.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- RD Number of Caste Certificate
- Present Marriage Registration Certificate
- Copy of the Bank Passbook
- Date of Birth Proof
- Marriage Photo
- Mobile Number
- Previous Spouse’s Death Certificate
- Any address proof of the previous spouse
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who can get the benefits under this scheme?
The scheme benefits widows belonging to the Scheduled Caste community residing in Karnataka. -
What are the benefits that a person gets under this scheme?
Eligible widows receive a financial incentive of ₹3,00,000/-, or ₹2,50,000/- if they have already received an incentive under the simple marriage scheme. -
Is the benefit limited to only persons belonging to the SC Community?
Yes, this scheme is specifically for widows from the Scheduled Caste community. -
Are Inter-Caste Married Couples eligible for this scheme?
Yes, if a Scheduled Caste widow remarries a male from another caste, she is eligible. -
Is there a time limit to apply for this scheme?
Applications must be submitted within one year of the remarriage. -
Is there a limit on the income of the family to avail this scheme?
No, there is no income limit for eligibility. -
Can this scheme be applied for online?
Yes, the application process is entirely online. -
Which documents are required for this scheme?
Required documents include Aadhaar Card, caste certificate (RD Number), marriage registration certificate, bank passbook, date of birth proof, marriage photo, mobile number, previous spouse’s death certificate, and address proof of the previous spouse. -
From where can I get the caste and marriage certificates?
These certificates can typically be obtained from the local revenue or district offices. -
Which document can be used for Permanent Residence Proof?
The Aadhaar Card, voter ID, or any other recognized address proof can serve as permanent residence proof.