Uttarakhand Compensation Scheme for Women Victims/Survivors of Sexual Offences and Other Crimes, 2020
in Uttarakhand
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Uttarakhand Compensation Scheme for Women Victims/Survivors of Sexual Offences and Other Crimes, 2020 in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand Compensation Scheme for Women Victims/Survivors of Sexual Offences and Other Crimes, 2020 is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Uttarakhand Compensation Scheme for Women Victims/Survivors of Sexual Offences and Other Crimes, 2020 in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance/compensation ranging from a minimum of ₹3 lakh to a maximum of ₹10 lakh to women victims and survivors of sexual offences, as well as to other women victims of crime in the state.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
All women of the state/their dependents, who are victims of gang rape, rape, unnatural sexual assault, pregnancy due to rape, abortion or loss of fertility resulting from violence, loss of life, disability, physical or mental injury requiring rehabilitation, burns, or acid attacks, will be eligible to receive compensation under the scheme.
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Benefits
Women victims of crime are provided financial assistance/compensation ranging from a minimum of ₹3 lakh to a maximum of ₹10 lakh.
Upon receipt of an application for compensation, the State/District Legal Services Authority may pass an order to provide immediate first aid or medical benefits free of cost to the victim/dependent, or an immediate relief amount of ₹5,000/- or ₹10,000/-, as required. This amount shall be disbursed immediately by the Member-Secretary, State Legal Services Authority or District Legal Services Authority.
If a woman is a victim of sexual violence or an acid attack and is covered under more than one offence, she will be entitled to receive a consolidated amount of compensation.
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar Card |
| 2 | Copy of FIR (First Information Report) |
| 3 | Medical Certificate |
| 4 | FIR Report |
| 5 | Charge Sheet |
| 6 | Medical Certificate |
| 7 | Court Order or Case Status Details (if case is pending or disposed) |
| 8 | Previous Interim Relief Order (if interim aid already received) |
| 9 | Bills/Receipts of Medical or Rehabilitation Expenses |
| 10 | Proof of Financial Loss, if any |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Uttarakhand Compensation Scheme for Women Victims/Survivors of Sexual Offences and Other Crimes, 2020 in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Uttarakhand Compensation Scheme for Women Victims/Survivors of Sexual Offences and Other Crimes, 2020. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Uttarakhand Compensation Scheme for Women Victims/Survivors of Sexual Offences and Other Crimes, 2020 in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
All women of the state, or their dependents, who are victims of gang rape, rape, unnatural sexual assault, pregnancy due to rape, abortion or loss of fertility, loss of life, disability, physical or mental injury, burns, or acid attack are eligible. <br>