Allowance To Eunuchs Scheme

Description
The scheme “Allowance to Eunuchs Scheme” was launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Haryana on 1st June 2006. Under the scheme, the state government provides financial assistance to eunuchs who are living in various parts of the State. The allowance was initially given ₹300/- per month. The rate of allowance was ₹1400/- per month per beneficiary w.e.f. 01.01.2016, ₹1600/- w.e.f. 01.11.2016, ₹1800/- w.e.f. 01.11.2017, ₹2000/- w.e.f. 01.11.2018, ₹ 2250/- w.e.f. 01.01.2020, ₹2500/- w.e.f. 01.04.2021 and ₹ 2750/- w.e.f. 01.04.2023.

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Definitions
Definition 1
The definition of eunuchs shall be as under:
A class of male prostitutes commonly called eunuchs whose main means of living is by passive pederasty.
They dress like women, part and dress their hair in women's fashion, wear ornaments, and adopt most tastes and habits of females. They are of two types:
1. Hijrahs (Kinner) - They are deprived of their genitalia mostly before puberty.
2. Zenana - They have their genitalia intact.
(Source: https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s392bbd31f8e0e43a7da8a6295b251725f/uploads/2021/07/2021072393.pdf)

Benefits
• The financial assistance of ₹2750/- will be given by the state government to eunuchs who are living in various parts of the State.
• **Note:** If a Eunuch attains the age of 60 years his case will be transferred to Old Age Allowance Scheme.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident/domicile of Haryana State and has been residing in Haryana State for the last 5 years at the time of submission of the application.
2. The age of the applicant should not be less than 18 years.
3. The applicant must give a certificate from the Civil Surgeon in support of being an Eunuch.
4. The applicant should not be involved in any unlawful activity.

Required Documents
• Age Proof
• Residential Proof (Any one of the following self-attested documents issued prior to 5 years)
• • Ration Card (issued by Food &amp;amp; Supplies Department, Haryana)
• • Voter Card (issued by Election Department, Haryana)
• • Voter list which shows name of the applicant along with his/her Photograph (issued by Election Department, Haryana)
• • In Case, none of the above documents is available, the applicant will give self-declaration along with any other documentary proof which will be verified by the District Social Welfare Officer.
• Aadhaar Card
• Saving Bank account detail of the applicant with a photocopy of the passbook.
• Passport size photographs
• Medical certificate from Civil Surgeon in support of being a eunuch.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the “Allowance to Eunuchs” scheme?
A: Under the scheme, the state government provides financial assistance to eunuchs who are living in various parts of the State.

Q: Which department has launched this scheme?
A: Department of Social Justice And Empowerment, Government of Haryana

Q: When was this scheme launched?
A: This scheme was launched on 1st June 2006.

Q: Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
A: The eunuchs who are living in various parts of the State are eligible to get benefits.

Q: Is this scheme only for a resident of Haryana State?
A: Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident/domicile of Haryana State and has been residing in Haryana State for the last 5 years at the time of submission of the application.

Q: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A: Under this scheme, financial assistance [?]2750/- per month will be given to eligible beneficiaries.

Q: For how long the applicant will get the benefit of this scheme?
A: The applicant will get financial assistance up to the age of 60 years.

Q: What is the age criterion of the scheme?
A: The age of the applicant should be between 18 to 60 years.

Q: How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
A: The eligible applicant may apply through both online & offline modes.

Q: Where can an applicant find the application form?
A: The application form may be downloaded from the official website of the department. https://socialjusticehry.gov.in/forms/page/2/

Q: How can an applicant apply online under the scheme?
A: For online application, the applicant should visit the Official Portal -Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. https://saralharyana.gov.in/