Get information about the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act 1995 by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The act aims to give effect to the proclamation on the full participation and equality of the people with disabilities in the Asian and Pacific Region. Users can get details about the act, its objects, Central Coordination Committee, State Co-ordination Committee, their functions, etc.
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Format of Authorization Letter for sending Grants-in-aid or Funds directly into the Bank Accounts of the Organization working for disabled persons
Get format of authorization letter for sending grants-in-aid or funds directly into the bank accounts of the organization working in the field of disabilities provided by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. This form is meant for voluntary organisation working in the field of disabilities. Users can download the form and use it further.
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Pre-Matric Scholarships to the Children of those engaged in Unclean Occupations
Find details of the Scheme of Pre-Matric Scholarships to the Children of those engaged in Unclean Occupations i.e. Scavenging, Tanning and Flaying. The scheme is funded by the Central Government and provided by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Scheme related details such as eligibility, beneficiary, required documents, application procedure and forms are available. Contact details of the coordinating agency are also provided....
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Proforma for Acceptance of Terms and Condition by Organization working for disabled persons (Annexure VI (B))
Access to proforma for acceptance of terms and condition by organization working for disabled persons (Annexure VI (B)) by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is given. This form is meant for voluntary organisations working for persons with disabilities. Users can download the form and use it further.
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Centrally sponsored Scheme of Pre-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Castes Students
Centrally sponsored Scheme of Pre-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Castes Students was launched by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The Scheme is dedicated to support parents of Scheduled Castes (SC) children for education of their wards studying in classes IX and X and to improve participation of SC children in classes IX and X of the pre-matric stage. The Scheme is funded by the Central government. This scheme is applicable for...
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Welfare of Backward Classes Division of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
The Backward Classes Division of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment looks after the welfare of Other Backward Classes in the country. Information on welfare schemes, programmes, organisations and policies is provided. Users can download forms to apply for various schemes and programmes. Contact details of officials are also provided.
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Website of Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities
The Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities takes steps to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities. Users can find acts, guidelines, publications, success stories, etc. related to differently abled persons. Employment notifications are also available. Detailed information on how to file a complaint with the Commissioner is also provided.
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Scheduled Caste Welfare Division of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Get information about the Scheduled Caste Welfare Division of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Details of schemes and programmes for the welfare Scheduled Castes are given. Users can also find information related to policies, Acts, Rules, Codes and Circulars etc. Downloadable forms are available. States wise lists of scheduled castes are provided. Contact details of officials are given.
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Website of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Detailed information about the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and its various social welfare activities is given. Users can find information pertaining to schemes for schedule castes, scheduled tribes, persons with disabilities, senior citizens and victim of substance abuse etc. Details of Constitutional provisions and Acts, Rules etc. are also given. Information about grant-in-aid to NGOs and partnership system with various NGOs...
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Detailed Demands for Grants for 2018-19, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
Find Demands for Grants for the year 2018-19 for Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities. Details such as revenue, capital, total grant amount of money, etc are available. Users can view and download the files.
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Information on ADIP Scheme
The ADIP Scheme is in operation since 1981 with the main objective to assist the needy disabled persons in procuring durable, sophisticated and scientifically manufactured, modern, standard aids and appliances that can promote their physical, social and psychological rehabilitation by reducing the effects of disabilities and enhance their economic potential. Assistive devices are given to PwDs with an aim to improve their independent...
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UDID Project
The UDID project initiated by Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities aims at building a holistic end-to-end integrated system for Issuance of Universal ID & Disability Certificates for Person with Disabilities with their identification and disability details.
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Alcohol and Drug Demand Reduction and Preventive Policies
Get information on Alcohol and Drug Demand Reduction and Preventive Policies by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Users can get details related to natural vulnerability to drug abuse, need for state intervention, reported trend in drug addiction, constitutional and legal framework, demand reduction strategy, treatment and rehabilitation of addicts, awareness and preventive education, training and manpower development, etc.
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Website of Disability Education & Engagement Portal for Access to Knowledge (DEEPAK)
Disability Knowledge Portal offers a special vertical for all information and resources regarding disabilities in India and across the world.
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Information about Blindness and Low Vision, Disability Education & Engagement Portal for Access to Knowledge (DEEPAK)
National Digital Library of India Disability Knowledge Portal presents extensive information on all aspects of the life of persons with blindness or visual impairment.
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Scholarship Scheme for Student with Disabilities
Umbrella Scholarship Scheme for Students with Disabilities for Pre-matric, Post-matric, National Overseas, National Fellowship, Free Coaching and Top Class Education