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Incentive For The Intra Caste Marriage within Scheduled Tribe Community

The scheme "Incentive for Intra Caste Marriage within the Scheduled Tribe Community" was launched by the Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka. The scheme provides an incentive of ₹2,00,000/- to couples who are both from the Scheduled Tribe community but belong to different sub-caste.

State Cash

States / UT: Karnataka

Nodal department: Tribal Welfare Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Marriage, Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Intra Caste, Marriage, Schedule Tribe, Incentive, ST

Details

The scheme "Incentive for Intra Caste Marriage within the Scheduled Tribe Community" was launched by the Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka. The scheme provides an incentive of ₹2,00,000/- to couples who are both from the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community but belong to different sub-castes within the ST community. The marriage should have taken place on or after 1st April 2018. The couple must reside in Karnataka and apply for the scheme within one year of their marriage.

Benefits

  • An incentive of ₹2 00 000/- is provided to the married couple

An incentive of ₹2,00,000/- is provided to the married couple.

Eligibility

  • The couple should be residing in Karnataka.
  • Both the partners should be from the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community but from different sub-castes.
  • The combined annual income of the couple must be less than ₹2,00,000/-.
  • The couple must apply to this scheme within one year of their marriage.
  • The marriage should have taken place on or after 1st April 2018.

Application Process

Online

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka.
Step 2: In the right pane, click on "Incentives for Marriage" and select the "Incentives to Intra-Caste Marriage" scheme. You will be directed to the department's dedicated page for that scheme.
Step 3: On the scheme's homepage, scroll down to the bottom and click on "Registration".
Step 4: In the online registration form, fill in all the mandatory fields of the form and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size.
Step 5: Carefully review all the information provided by you. After completing the form, click "Submit". You will receive a confirmation message via SMS from the Department, and an acknowledgement form will be generated.
Step 6: Print the acknowledgement form for future reference.

Post Application Processes
The Tribal Welfare Department will conduct a spot verification to verify the details provided by the couple and process the application further. After successful spot verification, the incentive will be credited to the couple’s joint account.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the "Incentive for Inter-Caste Marriage within the Scheduled Tribe Community" scheme?
The scheme provides financial support to couples who are both Scheduled Tribe (ST) individuals or belong to different sub-castes within the ST community, promoting acceptance and reducing casteism.
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Couples who are both Scheduled Tribe (ST) individuals or belong to different sub-castes within the ST community and reside in Karnataka are eligible for this scheme.
What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?
Couples who marry on or after April 1, 2018, are eligible for a revised incentive of ₹2.00 lakhs.
What is the income eligibility for the scheme?
The total annual income of the couple must be less than ₹2.0 lakhs to qualify for the incentive.
Can couples residing outside Karnataka apply for this scheme?
No, the couple must reside in Karnataka to be eligible for the scheme.
Is the financial incentive for both men and women?
Yes, the ₹2.00 lakh incentive is available to both men and women in the eligible couple.
What is the deadline for submitting the application?
The application must be submitted within one year of the marriage.
Do both individuals in the marriage need to belong to the same sub-caste within the ST community?
No, the couple can belong to different sub-castes within the ST community and still qualify for the incentive.
What documents are required to apply for the scheme?
Applicants will need to submit proof of marriage, income certificates, and other supporting documents as specified by the Tribal Welfare Department.
Can couples from other communities apply for this scheme?
No, only couples who are both from the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community are eligible for the incentive.

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status