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Scheme of Encouragement to Young Artists

The Scheme of Encouragement to Young Artists, initiated by the Art and Culture Department of Tamil Nadu, provides talented artists aged 15 to 30 years with opportunities to perform in four programs through Voluntary Cultural Organizations. Eligible artists can receive financial assistance ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹10,000 for their performances, supporting various art forms including music and dance.

State Cash

States / UT: Tamil Nadu

Nodal department: Art and Culture Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Skills & Employment, Sports & Culture

Sub-categories: Culture, Welfare measures, Voctional education, Employment services and jobs

Target beneficiaries: Artists

Tags: Artist, Young, Financial Assistance, Remuneration, Culture

Details

The "Scheme of Encouragement to Young Artists" was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme gives an opportunity to talented young artists to perform in cultural programmes organized by voluntary organizations, thereby identifying talented youth in the field of Vocal Music, Bharathanatyam, and Instrumental Music. Remuneration in the range of ₹5,000/- to ₹10,000/- is paid to the artists for their performance.

Benefits

  • Remuneration in the range of ₹5 000/- to ₹10 000/-

Remuneration in the range of ₹5,000/- to ₹10,000/-.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be an artist.
  • The applicant should be a domicile of Tamil Nadu.
  • In the case of music artist, the age should be above 16 years and within 30 years.
  • In the case of Bharatanatyam artist, the age should be over 15 years and within 30 years.
  • The orchestra artists such as ghatam, ganjira, muharshingh, konnakkol are also eligible to apply.
  • The artist should participate in any one of the following performances: Vocal, Bharatanatyam, Kathakalakshepam, Veena, Violin (solo) Nadaswaram, Flute, Jalatharangam, Gottuvadhyam, Clarinet, Guitar, Mandolin, Saxophone.

Application Process

Offline

Releasing the advertisement published by the Manram in the newspapers.

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the office of the Manram and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Member Secretary, Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Manram, Ponni, 31, P.S. Kumarasamy Raja Salai, Chennai-600 028.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: The artiste selected already in one art discipline can apply for another also.

Clarifications

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

Who implements the scheme in Tamil Nadu?
The scheme is implemented by the Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram.
What are the details of the scheme regarding remuneration for different art programs?
The scheme offers remuneration for various art programs, ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹10,000, depending on the type of program.
What are the eligibility criteria for young artists to benefit from the scheme?
Eligible beneficiaries are young artistes proficient in Carnatic style, capable of performing individually in disciplines such as Vocal, Bharathanatyam, Kathakalakshepam, and various musical instruments.
How can eligible young artistes apply for the scheme?
Eligible young artistes can apply by obtaining the application from the Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Mandram after the release of advertisements in newspapers.
How is the selection process carried out for the scheme?
The selection of eligible artistes is done through an audition test conducted by an Expert Committee.
Where should applications for the scheme be sent?
Applications for the scheme should be sent to the Member-Secretary, Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Manram, at the provided address.
What types of cultural programs are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers a wide range of cultural programs, including vocal music, Bharathanatyam, instrumental music, and more.
What are the age requirements for music artists and Bharathanatyam artistes to qualify for the scheme?
Music artists should be above 16 years and within 30 years, while Bharathanatyam artistes should be above 15 years and within 30 years to qualify for the scheme.
How many programs are young artistes allowed to perform under the scheme?
Each young artiste is allowed one opportunity to conduct programs in their chosen branch under the scheme.
Can an artist already selected in one discipline apply for another?
Yes, an artist selected in one discipline can apply for another discipline under the scheme.
What is the role of the Expert Committee in the selection process?
The Expert Committee is responsible for selecting eligible artistes through audition tests.
How long do selected artists have to perform their programs?
Selected artistes are given the opportunity to perform programs within one year.
How many young artistes have benefited from the scheme so far?
So far, 1993 young artistes have benefited from the scheme.
Are there any restrictions on the type of cultural organizations through which programs can be performed?
There are no specific restrictions mentioned regarding the type of cultural organizations through which programs can be performed.
Are there specific guidelines for the content of the cultural programs?
Guidelines for the content of cultural programs are not specified in the provided information.
Can non-residents of Tamil Nadu apply for the scheme?
The scheme is specifically for young artistes in Tamil Nadu; non-residents are not eligible.
Is there any preference given to artists from specific regions within Tamil Nadu?
There is no indication of preference given to artists from specific regions within Tamil Nadu in the provided information.
Can artists collaborate with other performers for their programs?
Yes, artists can collaborate with other performers for their programs.
What happens if an artiste fails the audition test?
If an artiste fails the audition test, they may not be selected to benefit from the scheme.
How often are auditions conducted for the scheme?
Auditions for the scheme are conducted as per the schedule decided by the Expert Committee.

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