In order to boost literacy among economically weaker sections in the state, Tamil Nadu government is extending its helping hand to the underprivileged through its welfare schemes for the poor students.
The Tamil Nadu government has one ‘Awards to Bright Students Scheme’.
Under the scheme, as per officials, two boys and two girls in each category i.e., Adi Dravidars, Tribals and Adi Dravidars converted to Christianity who secure highest marks in X standard examination in each district are granted financial assistance for next six years for pursuing higher education.
“A sum of Rs.1,600/- each for the first year and Rs.2,000/- per annum for the subsequent years is paid,” the officials said.
Under the scheme, two boys and two girls obtaining first and second rank at the district level in each category is ensured they pursue higher studies.
Another welfare scheme for economically weaker students is girl exclusive.
The ‘Special Incentive Scheme for Girl Students’ has been launched to reduce drop outs.
“Girls who are studying in the standards from III to V are given an incentive of Rs.50/- per student for 10 months in a year,” under the scheme, officials said.
The other purpose of the scheme is to help girls continue their secondary education.
“Girl students studying in VIth standard are given Rs.100/- per month as an incentive for 10 months in a year and for girls studying in VII and VIII standards are given Rs.150/- per month as incentive for 10 months in a year,” the officials said.
The officials said the money is deposited in their mother’s respective post office savings account or in student’s bank account.
The scheme has been launched to help the girl students belonging to Adi Dravidars/ Tribals studying in government or government- aided schools.
