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Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana

The "Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana (MKSY)" is a welfare initiative by the Government of Bihar to combat female foeticide, improve the sex ratio, and promote birth registration.

State Cash

States / UT: Bihar

Nodal department: Social Welfare Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Women and Child

Sub-categories: Insurance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Fixed Deposit, Women Empowerment, Financial Assistance

Details

Launched by the Government of Bihar, the Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana (MKSY) aims to provide financial support to girl children belonging to BPL families. The scheme strives to enhance the value of girl children in society, prevent female foeticide, improve the sex ratio, and ensure the registration of births.

Benefits

  • - ₹2,000/- is invested as a fixed deposit for each eligible girl child. > Note: In the event of the girl child’s death, the amount is returned to the Women & Child Development Corporation, Bihar. <br> <br>
  • ₹2,000/- is invested as a fixed deposit for each eligible girl child.

Note: In the event of the girl child’s death, the amount is returned to the Women & Child Development Corporation, Bihar.



Eligibility

  1. The Girl must be a resident of Bihar.
  2. The Girl child must born on or after November 22, 2007.
  3. The family must belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.

Note: A maximum of 2 girl children per family can avail of the benefit.

Exclusions


Application Process

Offline

Step 1: Obtain the application form from the Women & Child Development Corporation or from the local designated government offices.
Step 2: Fill out the form with accurate details and attach the required documents.
Step 3: Submit the application form to the nearest government office or relevant authority.
Step 4: The documents will be verified, and eligible beneficiaries will be informed.

Clarifications

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

What is "Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana"?
It is a welfare scheme by the Bihar government to provide financial support to girl children in BPL families.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
Girl children born on or after November 22, 2007, belonging to BPL families in Bihar are eligible.
What is the financial benefit under MKSY?
₹2,000/- is invested as a fixed deposit for each eligible girl child.
How many girls per family can benefit from the scheme?
A maximum of 2 girls per family are eligible.
How is the benefit amount managed?
The amount is invested in fixed deposits and paid upon maturity when the girl child turns 18.
Where is the amount invested?
The amount is invested in fixed deposits with UCO and IDBI banks.
What happens to the amount in case of the girl child’s death before maturity?
In the event of the girl child's death, the amount is returned to the Women & Child Development Corporation, Bihar.

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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