The “Scheme for Supportive Money to the Parents of Transgender Children” was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to provide financial support to parents of transgender children. Recognizing the challenges faced by transgender individuals—including stigma, discrimination, and barriers to healthcare, education, and employment—the scheme aims to foster awareness among parents and encourage a supportive environment for their gender-nonconforming or transgender children.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
The scheme offers financial support of ₹1,000/- per transgender parent per child per month.
Eligibility
- Parental Certification:
Parents must submit an affidavit certifying that they have a child exhibiting gender non-conforming behavior. - Child’s Age:
The child should be below 18 years of age. - Beneficiary Numbers:
The scheme supports 5,000 beneficiaries annually, with the potential to cover more based on identification by the State/UT.
Application Process
Offline Process
- Collect Application Form:
- Visit the State Government or UT Administration office during office hours.
- Request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the designated staff.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all mandatory fields and sign the application form.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed application form along with the required documents at the State Government or UT Administration office.
Documents Required
- Affidavit:
Certifying the child’s gender non-conforming behavior. - Bank/Post Office Account Details:
For disbursal of the supportive money. - Guardianship Certificate:
Required in case of the parent’s death (issued by a competent authority), if applicable. - Other Documents:
Any additional documents as required by the scheme guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the purpose of the scheme?
To provide financial support to parents of transgender children, helping to foster a supportive environment despite societal stigma and discrimination. -
How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
₹1,000/- per transgender parent per child per month. -
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Parents who can certify, via an affidavit, that they have a child exhibiting gender non-conforming behavior and whose child is below 18 years of age. -
Who receives the supportive money if the parent is deceased?
In the event of the parent’s death, a guardianship certificate issued by a competent authority will determine the rightful beneficiary. -
How is the supportive money disbursed to the beneficiaries?
The funds are transferred directly to the bank or post office account details provided in the application. -
Can more than 5,000 beneficiaries be covered under the scheme?
Yes, the scheme has the potential to cover more beneficiaries based on the identification by the State/UT. -
What is the funding pattern of the scheme?
Details of the funding pattern, including the release of the Central share, are outlined in the official guidelines. -
When is the Central share of the funding released?
Applicants should refer to the detailed guidelines for information regarding the timing of funding releases. -
Where should the application for the scheme be submitted?
Applications must be submitted at the State Government or UT Administration office during office hours. -
Who monitors the implementation of the scheme?
The implementation is monitored by the respective State/UT authorities as per the guidelines provided by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.