The “Award of ₹20,000/- to Best Writers” is a scheme initiated by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, to recognize and promote literary talent among writers from the Adi Dravidar, Tribal, and Adi Dravidar Christian-converted communities. The scheme selects 10 writers from these communities and one additional writer from any other community to receive a cash prize for their literary contributions.
Benefits
- Cash Prize: ₹20,000/- for each selected writer.
- Recognition: The award highlights and honors exceptional literary talent.
Adi Dravidar Writers Award Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Best Writers Award, applicants must:
- Be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- Be an unemployed writer.
- Belong to the Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity community (10 awardees from these categories).
- One additional awardee can be from any other community.
Application Process
Adi Dravidar & Tribal Literary Talent Offline Application Process
- The scheme is announced in newspapers during April/May each year.
- Interested writers must submit their literary work along with the required documents to the designated authority mentioned in the advertisement.
- A selection committee evaluates the submissions, and the winners are announced.
TN Tribal Writers Documents Required
- Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card or any other government-issued document).
- Caste Certificate (Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity community proof).
- A copy of the submitted literary work.
- Bank Account Details (for direct transfer of the award money).
- Passport-size Photographs.
- Any other required documents as specified in the scheme advertisement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the purpose of the scheme?
The scheme aims to recognize and promote literary talent among unemployed writers from the Adi Dravidar, Tribal, and Adi Dravidar Christian-converted communities.
Q: Who can apply for this award?
- Unemployed writers who are residents of Tamil Nadu.
- Writers belonging to Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity communities (10 awardees).
- One additional awardee can be from any other community.
Q: What is the award amount?
Each selected writer will receive ₹20,000/-.
Q: How many writers will be selected?
A total of 11 writers will be selected:
- 10 from Adi Dravidar, Tribal, and Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity communities.
- 1 from any other community.
Q: What is the age limit for applicants?
There is no specific age limit mentioned in the guidelines.
Q: Is there an income criterion for eligibility?
No, there is no income limit for eligibility.
Q: When will the scheme be announced?
The scheme is advertised in newspapers during April/May each year.
Q: What types of literary works are accepted?
The scheme accepts original literary works in various forms, such as:
- Novels
- Poetry
- Essays
- Short Stories
- Research Papers
- Plays
Q: How should the literary works be submitted?
Applicants must submit a copy of their literary work along with the required documents to the designated authority mentioned in the newspaper advertisement.
Q: Can writers from other communities apply?
Yes, one writer from any other community will also be selected under this scheme.
Q: What documents are required for submission?
Applicants must submit their Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Literary Work Copy, Bank Details, and Passport-Size Photographs.
Q: Is there an application fee?
No, there is no application fee for applying.
Q: Where can more information about the scheme be found?
Applicants can refer to the newspaper advertisement or contact the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu for further details.