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Karma Veer Dadasaheb Gaikwad Sabalikaran & Swabhiman Yojana
Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
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Overview
The main objective of this scheme is to improve the financial condition of the scheduled castes and Nav-Buddhists who are landless workers and are from "Below Poverty Line". Only citizens who are permanent residents of Maharashtra are eligible. This scheme is 100% funded by the State Govt.
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Description
Being implemented particularly for the Scheduled Caste Communities, the "Karma Veer Dadasaheb Gaikwad Sabalikaran & Swabhiman Yojana" is a scheme by the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Govt. of Maharashtra. The main objective of this scheme is to improve the financial condition of the scheduled castes and Nav-Buddhists who are landless workers and are from "Below Poverty Line". Only citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Maharashtra are eligible to apply for this scheme. This scheme is 100% funded by the Govt. of Maharashtra.
Benefits
• The beneficiary is provided with 2-acre irrigated land or 4-acre non-irrigated land on 50% of the subsidy and 50% is loan.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
2. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
3. The applicant should be in the 18 to 60 years age group.
4. The applicant should be from Scheduled Caste or should be a Nav-Buddhists.
5. The applicant should be landless.
6. The applicant should be from the "Below Poverty Line" category.
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
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Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Offline
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Commissioner, District Social Welfare Office.
Offline
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Commissioner, District Social Welfare Office.
Step 4: Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Offline
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Required Documents
• BPL Card
• Aadhaar Card.
• Proof of Age (Birth Certificate, Marksheet of Class 10th/12th, etc)
• 2-Passport Sized Photograph (Signed Across)
• Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra.
• Caste Certificate and/or Certificate mentioning "Nau Bouddha" or "Converted Buddhist" or "Neo Buddhist" issued by the Revenue Department, Govt. of Maharashtra.
• Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc).
• Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What Percentage Of The Scheme Benefit Is Provided As A Subsidy?
A: 50% of the scheme benefit is provided as a subsidy.
Q: What Percentage Of The Scheme Benefit Is Provided As A Loan?
A: 50% of the scheme benefit is provided as a loan.
Q: What Should Be The Area In Case The Beneficiary Is Provided With Irrigated Land?
A: If the beneficiary is provided with irrigated land, its area should be 2 acres.
Q: What Should Be The Area In Case The Beneficiary Is Provided With Non-Irrigated Land?
A: If the beneficiary is provided with irrigated land, its area should be 4 acres.
Q: Who Are The Neo-Buddhists?
A: In 1956, when Dr. B R Ambedkar adopted Buddhism, thousands of Scheduled Castes peoples, especially those belonging to the Mahar caste, joined him and embraced Buddhism. Since then they are known as Neo-Buddhists. However, those who were following Buddhism before 1956 are known as Buddhists. (Source: https://ncert.nic.in/degsn/pdf/elementary-report.pdf)
Q: Who Are The Target Beneficiaries Of This Scheme?
A: For this scheme, the target beneficiaries are the scheduled castes and Nav-Buddhists who are landless workers and are from "Below Poverty Line".
Q: What Are The Objectives Of This Scheme?
A: The main objective of this scheme is to improve the financial condition of the scheduled castes and Nav-Buddhists who are landless workers and are from "Below Poverty Line".
Q: What Is The Full Form Of SJSA?
A: The full form of SJSA is "Social Justice & Special Assistance".
Q: Is This A State Funded Or A Centrally Funded Scheme?
A: This is a 100% State Funded scheme.
Q: Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Etc Also Apply To This Scheme?
A: No, only the citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Maharashtra are eligible to apply.
Q: Where Can I Find The URL To The Website Of The Dept. Of Social Justice & Special Assistance?
A: The URL to the official website of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/
Q: Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
A: The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/scheme-category/awards
Q: What Is The Address Of The Department Of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government Of Maharashtra?
A: The address of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is: 437, Shankar Sheth Rd, Police Colony, Swargate, Pune, Maharashtra 411042
Q: Where Can I Find The Addresses Of The District Social Welfare Offices?
A: The addresses of the District Social Welfare Offices can be found at - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/contacts
Q: Is There An Age-Related Criterion For This Scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant should be in the 18 to 60 years age group.
Q: Where Can I Post My Grievances Related To This Scheme?
A: You can post your grievances at the Grievance Redressal Portal by the Govt. of Maharashtra: https://grievances.maharashtra.gov.in/en
Q: Is There An Income-Related Criterion For This Scheme?
A: No, there is no income-related criterion for this scheme.
Q: Where Can I Find The Format Of The Application Form? Is It Available Online?
A: You need to visit the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Being implemented particularly for the Scheduled Caste Communities, the "Karma Veer Dadasaheb Gaikwad Sabalikaran & Swabhiman Yojana" is a scheme by the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Govt. of Maharashtra. The main objective of this scheme is to improve the financial condition of the scheduled castes and Nav-Buddhists who are landless workers and are from "Below Poverty Line". Only citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Maharashtra are eligible to apply for this scheme. This scheme is 100% funded by the Govt. of Maharashtra.
Benefits
• The beneficiary is provided with 2-acre irrigated land or 4-acre non-irrigated land on 50% of the subsidy and 50% is loan.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
2. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
3. The applicant should be in the 18 to 60 years age group.
4. The applicant should be from Scheduled Caste or should be a Nav-Buddhists.
5. The applicant should be landless.
6. The applicant should be from the "Below Poverty Line" category.
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Offline
Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Offline
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Commissioner, District Social Welfare Office.
Offline
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Commissioner, District Social Welfare Office.
Step 4: Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Offline
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Required Documents
• BPL Card
• Aadhaar Card.
• Proof of Age (Birth Certificate, Marksheet of Class 10th/12th, etc)
• 2-Passport Sized Photograph (Signed Across)
• Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra.
• Caste Certificate and/or Certificate mentioning "Nau Bouddha" or "Converted Buddhist" or "Neo Buddhist" issued by the Revenue Department, Govt. of Maharashtra.
• Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc).
• Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What Percentage Of The Scheme Benefit Is Provided As A Subsidy?
A: 50% of the scheme benefit is provided as a subsidy.
Q: What Percentage Of The Scheme Benefit Is Provided As A Loan?
A: 50% of the scheme benefit is provided as a loan.
Q: What Should Be The Area In Case The Beneficiary Is Provided With Irrigated Land?
A: If the beneficiary is provided with irrigated land, its area should be 2 acres.
Q: What Should Be The Area In Case The Beneficiary Is Provided With Non-Irrigated Land?
A: If the beneficiary is provided with irrigated land, its area should be 4 acres.
Q: Who Are The Neo-Buddhists?
A: In 1956, when Dr. B R Ambedkar adopted Buddhism, thousands of Scheduled Castes peoples, especially those belonging to the Mahar caste, joined him and embraced Buddhism. Since then they are known as Neo-Buddhists. However, those who were following Buddhism before 1956 are known as Buddhists. (Source: https://ncert.nic.in/degsn/pdf/elementary-report.pdf)
Q: Who Are The Target Beneficiaries Of This Scheme?
A: For this scheme, the target beneficiaries are the scheduled castes and Nav-Buddhists who are landless workers and are from "Below Poverty Line".
Q: What Are The Objectives Of This Scheme?
A: The main objective of this scheme is to improve the financial condition of the scheduled castes and Nav-Buddhists who are landless workers and are from "Below Poverty Line".
Q: What Is The Full Form Of SJSA?
A: The full form of SJSA is "Social Justice & Special Assistance".
Q: Is This A State Funded Or A Centrally Funded Scheme?
A: This is a 100% State Funded scheme.
Q: Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Etc Also Apply To This Scheme?
A: No, only the citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Maharashtra are eligible to apply.
Q: Where Can I Find The URL To The Website Of The Dept. Of Social Justice & Special Assistance?
A: The URL to the official website of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/
Q: Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
A: The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/scheme-category/awards
Q: What Is The Address Of The Department Of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government Of Maharashtra?
A: The address of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is: 437, Shankar Sheth Rd, Police Colony, Swargate, Pune, Maharashtra 411042
Q: Where Can I Find The Addresses Of The District Social Welfare Offices?
A: The addresses of the District Social Welfare Offices can be found at - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/contacts
Q: Is There An Age-Related Criterion For This Scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant should be in the 18 to 60 years age group.
Q: Where Can I Post My Grievances Related To This Scheme?
A: You can post your grievances at the Grievance Redressal Portal by the Govt. of Maharashtra: https://grievances.maharashtra.gov.in/en
Q: Is There An Income-Related Criterion For This Scheme?
A: No, there is no income-related criterion for this scheme.
Q: Where Can I Find The Format Of The Application Form? Is It Available Online?
A: You need to visit the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Eligibility Criteria
1
The applicant should be a citizen of India.
2
The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
3
The applicant should be in the 18 to 60 years age group.
4
The applicant should be from Scheduled Caste or should be a Nav-Buddhists.
5
The applicant should be landless.
6
The applicant should be from the "Below Poverty Line" category.
Benefits
The beneficiary is provided with 2-acre irrigated land or 4-acre non-irrigated land on 50% of the subsidy and 50% is loan.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | BPL Card |
| 2 | Aadhaar Card. |
| 3 | Proof of Age (Birth Certificate, Marksheet of Class 10th/12th, etc) |
| 4 | 2-Passport Sized Photograph (Signed Across) |
| 5 | Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra. |
| 6 | Caste Certificate and/or Certificate mentioning "Nau Bouddha" or "Converted Buddhist" or "Neo Buddhist" issued by the Revenue Department, Govt. of Maharashtra. |
| 7 | Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc). |
| 8 | Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office. |
How to Apply
1
Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Offline Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
2
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
3
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Commissioner, District Social Welfare Office.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Commissioner, District Social Welfare Office.
4
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Offline Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
50% of the scheme benefit is provided as a subsidy.
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