It provides the Kala Samman Scheme, a welfare program run by the Goan government’s Art and Culture Department, to those famous artists in dire need of monetary support. This gesture of appreciation has come in the form of monetary support towards these artists for their contribution to arts and culture.
Objectives
- To provide financial support to artists living in indigent conditions.
- To ensure that artists can meet their daily needs through monthly financial assistance.
- To honor and acknowledge the contributions of artists to art and culture in Goa.
Benefits
- Monthly Financial Assistance:
- ₹2,500/- per month for eligible artists.
- ₹3,200/- per month for recipients of the State Cultural Award.
- Annual Disbursement: The financial assistance is provided yearly but in monthly installments.
Eligibility
- Indigent Condition: The applicant must be an artist living in financial distress.
- Age: The applicant must be at least 60 years old.
- Contribution: The applicant must have made notable contributions to the field of art and culture.
- Income:
- The applicant’s annual income should not exceed ₹48,000/-.
- Exemption: This income clause does not apply to recipients of the State Cultural Award.
Note: The number of beneficiaries depends on the availability of funds for each financial year.
Application Process
Offline Process:
- Advertisement: The Directorate of Art & Culture publishes an advertisement in local newspapers inviting applications.
- Steps:
- Visit the Directorate of Art & Culture at:
5th Floor, Shram Shakti Bhavan, Panaji, Patto, Panaji, Goa – 403001. - Obtain the application form (either in print or as a hard copy from the office).
- Fill in the required fields, attach a passport-sized photograph, and include self-attested copies of mandatory documents.
- Submit the completed application form to the concerned authority.
- Visit the Directorate of Art & Culture at:
Documents Required
- Passport-Sized Photograph.
- Proof of Age:
- Birth Certificate or School Leaving Certificate (Self-Attested).
- Alternative: Aadhaar Card or Baptism Certificate (if the above are unavailable).
- Income Certificate: Issued by a competent authority.
- Resume: Detailing the applicant’s contributions to art and culture.
- References: Two references from individuals or institutions in the field of art and culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. For whom is the Kala Samman Scheme open to applications?
Eligible artists are those who have made a substantial contribution to art and culture, are 60 years of age or older, and are living in poverty.
2. How much financial aid is available under the program?
State Cultural Award recipients earn ₹3,200 per month, while eligible artists receive ₹2,500.
3. What paperwork is needed to apply for the program?
A passport-sized photo, proof of age, an income certificate, a contribution resume, and references are needed.
4. Is it possible for the government to loosen the plan’s provisions if needed?
Indeed, under certain situations, the government can relax certain provisions.
5. How do applications get reviewed and processed?
Before authorizing the funding, the Directorate of Art & Culture reviews applications and confirms eligibility and supporting evidence.
6. What occurs if a candidate gives inaccurate information?
People who provide inaccurate information, including their birthdate, may be rejected or subject to penalties.
7. Does it provide the State Cultural Award recipients special treatment of any kind?
Indeed. They are exempt from the income eligibility criterion and receive a larger financial grant.
8. What is the Kala Samman Scheme all about?
to honor the contributions to art and culture as well as to older artists in Goa who are struggling financially.