Inter-Caste Marriage Award
in Himachal Pradesh
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Inter-Caste Marriage Award in Himachal Pradesh
Inter-Caste Marriage Award is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Himachal Pradesh.
Apply for Inter-Caste Marriage Award in Himachal Pradesh
Scheme Overview
The objective of this scheme is to eliminate the practice of untouchability by encouraging marriages between the Scheduled Castes and other castes, under which an incentive of ₹50,000/- or an amount as decided by the Government from time to time is awarded.
Eligibility Criteria
**Eligibility Criteria for Inter-Caste Marriage Award:**
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh.
The age of the couple should not exceed 50 years.
The marriage must be registered under the applicable Act/Rules.
The applicant should not have received any Inter-Caste Marriage Award earlier.
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Benefits
Under this scheme, a person from another caste who marries a person from a Scheduled Caste receives ₹50,000/- or an amount decided by the Government from time to time.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Age certificate of both spouses |
| 2 | Caste certificate of both spouses |
| 3 | Himachali certificate issued by the Executive Magistrate |
| 4 | Marriage registration certificate issued by the Marriage Registration Officer (mandatory) |
| 5 | Photographs of the couple |
Common questions in Himachal Pradesh
Who can apply for Inter-Caste Marriage Award in Himachal Pradesh?
Eligible residents of Himachal Pradesh who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Inter-Caste Marriage Award. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Inter-Caste Marriage Award in Himachal Pradesh?
Applicants in Himachal Pradesh typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The objective is to eliminate the practice of untouchability by promoting marriages between Scheduled Castes and other castes. <br>