Award of ₹20,000/- to Best Writers

Description
The “Award of ₹20,000/- to Best Writers” scheme by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, aimed at recognizing and promoting literary talent within the Adi Dravidar, Tribal, and Adi Dravidar Christian-converted communities. A total of 10 writers from these communities will be selected to receive a cash prize. Additionally, one writer from any other community will also be chosen.

Exclusions
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Benefits
• **Cash Prize:** ₹20,000/- to each of the selected writers (10 from Adi Dravidar/Tribal communities and one from other communities). - **Recognition:** Selected writers receive state recognition for their literary contributions.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
2. - The beneficiary should be an unemployed writer.
3. - The beneficiary should belong to the Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar converted to Christian community.

Required Documents
• Proof of identity (Aadhar card or any other document as directed by the authority).
• Caste certificate (Adi Dravidar/Tribal).
• A copy of the submitted literary work.
• Bank account details.
• Passport-size photographs.
• Any other documents (if required).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of the “Award of ₹20,000/- to Best Writers” scheme?
A: The scheme provides a cash award of [?]20,000/- to the top 10 writers from Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or Adi Dravidar communities converted to Christianity, with one additional spot for a writer from other communities.

Q: Who can apply for this award?
A: Writers from the Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or Adi Dravidar Christian-converted communities are eligible to apply. Additionally, one writer from any other community will be selected.

Q: What is the award amount?
A: The award amount is [?]20,000/- for each selected writer.

Q: How many writers will be selected?
A: A total of 10 writers from the specified communities and one writer from another community will be selected.

Q: What is the age limit for applicants?
A: There is no specified age limit for this scheme.

Q: Is there an income criterion for eligibility?
A: There is no income limit required for this scheme.

Q: When will the scheme be announced?
A: The scheme will be announced every year in leading newspapers during April and May.

Q: What types of literary works are accepted?
A: Original literary works in any genre are accepted for submission.

Q: How should the literary works be submitted?
A: Applicants must follow the submission guidelines provided in the newspaper announcements.

Q: Can writers from other communities apply?
A: Yes, one spot is reserved for a writer from a community other than Adi Dravidar or Tribal.

Q: What documents are required for submission?
A: Applicants are required to submit proof of community, proof of residence, proof of identity, and the literary work.

Q: Is there an application fee?
A: No, there is no application fee required to participate.

Q: Where can more information about the scheme be found?
A: Detailed information will be published in leading newspapers and can also be obtained from the designated state welfare offices during the scheme's announcement period.