This is a Central Scheme for the grant of pension to freedom fighters and their families from the Central Revenues. It was introduced by the Government of India. The Scheme commenced from 15th August, 1972 and provided for the grant of pension to living freedom fighters and their families; if they are no more alive, and to the families or martyrs. You can find information on enhanced rate of pension, eligibility, how to apply, how to receive pensions, etc.
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Kabir Puraskar Scheme for acts of courage during communal riots
This scheme is instituted to promote communal, caste and ethnic harmony by recognizing acts of physical/moral courage and humanity exhibited by member(s) of one a community, caste or ethnic group in saving the lives and properties of the member(s) of another community, caste or ethnic group. The Award may be given by the Central Government and presented to the recipients by the Prime Minister. You can find information on award prize money,...
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Central Scheme for assistance to civilian victims of terrorist, communal and Naxal violence
The scheme aims to assist civilian victims of Terrorist violence including militancy, insurgency, Communal and Naxal violence. The financial assistance is given to the family member(s) in the event of death or permanent incapacitation of the victim, in terrorist, communal or Naxal violence. The Ministry of Home Affairs examines the case in terms of fulfillment of conditions for grant of assistance under the scheme. You can find information on...
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Assistance to voluntary organisations/institutions/universities and other educational institutions for activities in the cause of national integration
The Central Government aims to provide assistance under this scheme to voluntary organisations/institutions/universities and other educational institutions for activities in the cause of National Integration. You can get information on eligibility for assistance, conditions for grants, procedure for submission of application, sanctions of funds, and authority to whom you can apply etc.