The “Marriage Assistance” scheme was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. It aims to provide financial assistance of ₹2,000/- to registered folk artists for their marriage or the marriage of their children (son or daughter). This scheme supports the cultural community by helping with marriage-related expenses.
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Benefits
- Financial Assistance: ₹2,000/-
- Limit: The assistance can be availed twice per family of the registered folk artist.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a registered folk artist.
- The registered folk artist must have no dues payable to the Welfare Board.
- The assistance can be availed for:
- The artist’s own marriage.
- The marriage of the artist’s adult child (son or daughter).
- The person getting married must meet the legal age for marriage.
- 18 years for women
- 21 years for men
- If both husband and wife are registered folk artists, only one of them can avail of the assistance per marriage.
Application Process
Offline Steps:
- Visit the Regional Office: Visit the regional office during working hours to request Application Form XIII.
- Complete the Application Form: Fill in all mandatory details in the form and attach the required documents.
- Submit the Application: Submit the filled and signed form, along with the necessary documents, to the Assistant Director/Deputy Director at the regional office.
- Get Acknowledgment: Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment with details such as the submission date, time, and application number.
Documents Required
- Registration Card of the Folk Artist.
- Certificate from the Village Administrative Officer or Revenue Officer (stating that the applicant has not obtained assistance under other schemes).
- Marriage Invitation (as proof of the marriage).
- Marriage Photo.
- Witness Photo (from someone who attended the marriage).
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who is eligible for the marriage assistance scheme?
Registered folk artists without dues to the board and meeting the legal marriage age requirement are eligible.
2. Can the assistance be availed for the artist’s own marriage?
Yes, registered folk artists can apply for their own marriage or their child’s marriage.
3. What is the maximum number of times this assistance can be availed?
A family can avail of this assistance twice.
4. Are there any dues to the Board that affect eligibility?
Yes, the applicant must have no pending dues to the Welfare Board to qualify.
5. Is there an age requirement for the assistance?
Yes, the individuals getting married must meet the legal marriage age (18 for women, 21 for men).
6. Can both parents apply for assistance for the marriage of their child?
No, only one parent is eligible to apply per marriage.
7. What is the amount of assistance provided?
The assistance amount is ₹2,000/-.
8. Which form is required for applying?
Form XIII is required for the application process.
9. What document needs to be produced to apply for this assistance?
Documents such as the Marriage Invitation, Marriage Photo, and a Certificate from the Village Administrative Officer or Revenue Officer are needed.
10. Who can certify that the assistance has not been obtained from other schemes?
The Village Administrative Officer or Revenue Officer certifies this information.
11. What type of photo is required for the application?
A Marriage Photo and a Witness Photo (from someone who attended the marriage) are required.
12. Is a witness required for the application process?
Yes, a witness is needed to confirm the marriage and provide a photo.
13. Who is the appellate authority for this assistance?
The Regional Head of the Art and Culture Department serves as the appellate authority for this scheme.