Centrally Sponsored Scheme for Implementation of the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 and the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
Department: Department of Social Justice & Empowerment
The scheme aims to ensure effective implementation of Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 and Prevention of Atrocities Act, 1989. It provides relief, rehabilitation, and support to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes victims of atrocities and incentives for inter-caste marriages.
About This Scheme
Benefits
₹10.0K
- Relief and rehabilitation support for atrocity victims (specific amounts vary by state implementation).
- Incentive amounts for inter-caste marriages ranging from ₹10,000/- to ₹5,00,000/- depending on the state.
- Central assistance provided to states on 50:50 basis and 100% assistance to Union Territories.
- Functioning and strengthening of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Protection Cells.
- Special Police Stations establishment and operation.
- Setting up and functioning of exclusive Special Courts for speedy trial.
- 192 Exclusive Special Courts established across 13 states for faster case resolution.
- Awareness generation programs.
- Legal support through specialized court system.
- Administrative support through dedicated protection cells.
Eligibility
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Required Documents
- ✦Caste Certificate of Scheduled Castes Or Scheduled Tribes
- ✦First Information Report Copy
- ✦Medical Certificate (If Applicable For Physical Injury Cases)
- ✦Incident Report or Complaint Copy
- ✦Identity Proof of The Victim
- ✦Address Proof of The Victim
- ✦Bank Account Details For Disbursement
- ✦Marriage Certificate
- ✦Caste Certificate of Scheduled Castes Or Scheduled Tribes Partner
- ✦Identity Proof of Both Partners
- ✦Address Proof of Both Partners
- ✦Joint Bank Account Details
- ✦Photographs of The Couple
- ✦Affidavit of Inter-Caste Marriage
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Step 1: Visit the Social Welfare Department of your respective State Government or UT Administration. Take guidance from the concerned staff to determine whether your case falls under atrocity relief provisions of the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 and the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, or under inter-caste marriage incentive provisions.
Step 2: Submit your application through the prescribed procedures of the Social Welfare Department, following their specific format and guidelines. In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains all the essential details.
Post-Application Processes
Step 1: Your application will be processed by the concerned State Government or Union Territory Administration authorities who will verify eligibility and documentation as per the scheme guidelines.
Step 2: Upon approval, relief amounts, or incentive payments will be disbursed through the established financial mechanisms of your respective State Government or Union Territory Administration.
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹10.0K