Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana
in Bihar
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Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana in Bihar
Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Bihar.
Apply for Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana in Bihar
Scheme Overview
The "Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana (MKSY)" is a welfare initiative by the Government of Bihar to combat female foeticide, improve the sex ratio, and promote birth registration.
Eligibility Criteria
The Girl must be a resident of Bihar.
The Girl child must born on or after November 22, 2007.
The family must belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
> Note: A maximum of 2 girl children per family can avail of the benefit.
Benefits
₹2,000/- is invested as a fixed deposit for each eligible girl child.
> **Note:** In the event of the girl child’s death, the amount is returned to the Women & Child Development Corporation, Bihar.
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Birth certificate of the girl child. |
| 2 | BPL certificate of the family. |
| 3 | Aadhaar card of the parents. |
| 4 | Bank details. |
| 5 | Death certificate of the girl child (if applicable during the intervening period). |
Common questions in Bihar
Who can apply for Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana in Bihar?
Eligible residents of Bihar who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana in Bihar?
Applicants in Bihar typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a welfare scheme by the Bihar government to provide financial support to girl children in BPL families.