AI SummaryAssistance for Delivery of a Child or the Miscarriage of Pregnancy or the Termination of Pregnancy is a supportive state scheme run by the Tamil Nadu government. It gives cash help to registered female folk artists during childbirth, miscarriage, or pregnancy termination, so they have money support during these important life events. The scheme is open for eligible registered folk artistes of the state.
Assistance for Delivery of a Child or the Miscarriage of Pregnancy or the Termination of Pregnancy - Introduction
This scheme is a caring measure launched by the Art and Culture Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu. Under it, the Tamil Nadu Folk Artiste's Welfare Board offers financial support to registered female folk artists to manage expenses related to childbirth, miscarriage, or pregnancy termination.
The board was created under G.O (Ms) No. 70 of the Tourism and Culture Department dated 26.04.2007 to safeguard folk arts and provide social security to folk artistes. As per G.O (Ms) No. 132 dated 17.09.2019, registered members of the board can get the same financial help given to members of other unorganized sector workers welfare boards, which includes delivery, miscarriage and pregnancy termination support.
So far, the board has enrolled thousands of folk artistes across Tamil Nadu and has sanctioned a large sum towards various welfare schemes for eligible members. This delivery and pregnancy support is one of the many benefits available to registered female folk artistes.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Assistance for Delivery of a Child or the Miscarriage of Pregnancy or the Termination of Pregnancy |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Tamil Nadu |
| Category | Women and Child |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Nodal Department | Art and Culture Department, Tamil Nadu Folk Artiste's Welfare Board |
| Official Website | tnfwb.tn.gov.in |
Benefits
This scheme gives direct cash support to registered female folk artists. Help is available only twice for any of the listed conditions.
| Condition | Financial Benefit |
|---|---|
| Child Delivery | ₹6,000 (paid as ₹1,000 per month for six months) |
| Miscarriage | ₹3,000 |
| Termination of Pregnancy | ₹3,000 |
Eligibility
To qualify for this help, the applicant should meet the following conditions:
- The applicant should be a registered female folk artist with the Tamil Nadu Folk Artiste's Welfare Board.
- The applicant should be going through childbirth, or have suffered a miscarriage or pregnancy termination.
- The applicant should have no outstanding dues payable to the board.
- The applicant must not have more than two children.
Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready when applying for the assistance:
- Copy of the Welfare Board identity card.
- Copy of the Ration card.
- Official Birth Certificate of the child for delivery cases.
- Doctor certificate confirming the miscarriage or termination of pregnancy, signed by a registered maternity doctor.
- Copy of the Bank pass book.
- Certificate from the Block Medical Officer that the same assistance was not sanctioned under any other government scheme.
Application Process
The application is done offline through the regional office. Follow these steps to apply for the assistance:
STEP 1 - Visit the local regional office of the Folk Artiste's Welfare Board during office hours and ask for a hard copy of Form XIV.
STEP 2 - Fill in all the required fields in the application form correctly. Attach self-attested copies of all the required documents.
STEP 3 - Submit the signed form to the Assistant Director or Deputy Director at the regional office.
STEP 4 - Collect the receipt or acknowledgment slip, which carries the date, time, and a unique registration reference number for future tracking.
References
View Folk Artiste Welfare Board Guidelines
Pregnancy and Delivery Assistance on Official Board Website
Tamil Nadu Folk Artistes Welfare Board - Art and Culture Department
Scheme Details on Tamil Nadu Government Portal
FAQ's
What is the maximum number of times a registered female folk artiste can receive this assistance?
A registered female folk artiste can receive this assistance a maximum of two times.
Is a female folk artiste eligible for assistance if she has outstanding dues to the Board?
No, the applicant should clear all dues to the Board to remain eligible for the benefits.
Can a female folk artiste receive assistance if she already has two children?
No, this financial help is not given if the applicant already has two children.
What is the amount of assistance provided for the delivery of a child?
The applicant receives ₹6,000, paid as ₹1,000 per month over a period of six months.
How much assistance is provided for a miscarriage?
The scheme provides a one-time assistance of ₹3,000 for a miscarriage.
What is the amount of assistance for the termination of pregnancy?
Financial assistance of ₹3,000 is provided for the termination of pregnancy.
What form is required to apply for this assistance?
The applicant should use Form XIV to apply for this financial assistance.
What document needs to be produced to apply for assistance?
The applicant must produce a valid medical certificate issued by a registered maternity doctor.
Who is the sanctioning authority for this assistance?
The Secretary or any other officer duly authorized by the Board acts as the sanctioning authority.