The State Government has taken various steps to prevent casteism in India and among them is Odisha Inter Caste Marriage Scheme.
In today’s article, we will let you know about one such step taken by the Government of Odisha to bring about harmony in society. We will provide you with all the details regarding the Odisha Inter Caste Marriage Scheme 2023.
About Intercaste Marriage:
Marriages in India predominantly occur within the same caste. Though we are in the 21st century, instances of violence resulting from inter-caste marriages continue to persist. Promoting inter-caste marriages on a larger scale is crucial for achieving social equality.
The promotion of inter-caste marriages in India aims to foster social integration and promote equality and harmony within society. However, the prevalence of inter-caste marriages is influenced by a variety of socio-economic and demographic factors, which vary across different regions of the country.
Inter-caste married couples frequently face intense physical attacks, social exclusion, and economic boycotts. The government of Odisha started Inter Caste Marriage Scheme to provide financial assistance to inter-caste married couples to aid their integration into mainstream society.
This scheme was launched by the Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri. Naveen Patanaik in the year 2017. A web portal is launched to establish social equality and promote Inter Caste Marriage. The portal is developed by the SC and ST development, Minority, and backward welfare departments. An incentive amount of Rs. 2.5 lakhs is given to the couple who registers their marriage in the portal.
Initially, the incentive amount was about Rs. 50,000/-. In August 2017, the Government hiked the amount to Rs. 1 lakh, and later in October 2020, another hike of amount Rs. 1.5 lakhs was announced. Now, in 2023 the total incentive amount makes up Rs. 2.5 lakhs.
Odisha Inter-Caste Marriage Scheme Details:
Organization:
ST & SC Development, Minorities & BC Welfare Department
The first and foremost objective of the scheme is to promote Inter Caste Marriage. This scheme aims to provide assistance to couples who intend to marry a person from another caste. These couples play a major role to obstruct social inequality and integration.
The scheme provides financial help to the couple to have a peaceful life amidst opposition from a wide range of people. This scheme also aims to bring harmony to society. It has been successful throughout the years and bringing more people to feel free and move forward with their decision strongly. It establishes freedom, equality, and fraternity in society.
The incentive for a lawful inter-caste marriage is Rs. 2.5 lakh per couple. Once the application is approved, the eligible couple will receive Rs. 1.5 lakh directly into their joint account. The remaining Rs. 1 lakh will be placed in a fixed deposit for a duration of 3 years. After 3 years from the date of the incentive’s approval by the foundation, the couple will be given the deposited amount along with the accrued interest.
Eligibility for the Scheme:
Marriage must be between Hindu and SC/ST Communities belonging to Hindu Caste.
Inter Caste Marriage must be valid by the law and duly registered under the Hindu Marriage Act, of 1955.
Both spouses must be permanent residents of Odisha.
The incentive amount should only be used to buy land/necessity items or to start a business.
Only the first Inter Caste Marriage couple is eligible for the incentive amount. Exception, where a bride is a widow or Bride-Groom is a widower.
The above-mentioned facilities are only granted after the date of issue or the Government issued a resolution.
Fill in the details such as Name, Email ID, Password, Mobile number, Address, etc.
After registering, you will land on the home page.
Now, enter the details and captcha code. You are now logged in!
For registration, read all the instructions carefully and Click on the “Apply” option.
A registration form appears before you.
Enter all the details asked and answer the questions given at the bottom of the form.
Upload all the documents asked in the section given.
Click on the declaration check box.
Click on the “Submit” option.
Note: The incentive amount will be transferred to the respective couple’s Bank account within 2 months of registration. The couple can only use the incentive amount after 3 years of marriage to avoid fraud.
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