Lok Sabha Question No. 153 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-07-22
Subject: Promotion of Cultural Institutions in Jharkhand
Ministry: CULTURE
Asked by: Dr. Nishikant Dubey

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CULTURE LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION No. 153

## ANSWERED ON 22.07.2024

## PROMOTION OF CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS INJHARKHAND 153Dr. NISHIKANT DUBEY:

## Will the Minister of CULTURE be pleased to state:

(a)  whether  the  Government  has  initiatedany  programme  to  promote  culturalinstitutions

- across the country, especially inthe State of Jharkhand and if so, the detailsthereof;
- (b)  whether  the  Government  is  providinggrant-in-aid  to  the  State  Governments  inorder  to promote their local culture; and
- (c)  If so, the details thereof and if not, thereasons therefor?

## ANSWER MINISTER OF CULTURE AND TOURISM (SHRI GAJENDRA SINGH SHEKHAWAT)

(a): Ministry  of  Culture  is  mandated  to  promote,  preserve,  develop  and  propagate  Indian culture through its various autonomous institutions/ organizations spread across the country including the State of Jharkhand. To protect, preserve & promote various forms of folk art & local culture of various States including Jharkhand, the Government of India has set up seven Zonal Cultural Centres (ZCCs) with their headquarters located in Prayagraj, Patiala, Nagpur, Udaipur,  Kolkata,  Dimapur  and  Thanjavur.  These  ZCCs  organize  various  cultural  activities and programmes on regular basis throughout the country. Jharkhand is a member State of Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre (EZCC), Kolkata. The list of the member States of each ZCC is at Annexure-I . These ZCCs are implementing a number of schemes, the details of which are at Annexure-II . Besides, Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsavs (RSMs) are also conducted through these ZCCs where a large number of artists from all over India are engaged to showcase their talents. From November, 2015 onwards, fourteen (14) RSMs have been organized by Ministry of  Culture  in  the  country.  These  ZCCs  also  organize  minimum  42  Regional  Festivals  for promotion of culture every year as per their programme calendar.

Ministry of Culture also administers various financial grant schemes under which financial assistance is provided to cultural organizations and individuals working for promotion of art and culture including local culture across the country including the State of Jharkhand. The

Brief details of these schemes and their components are at Annexure-III . Apart from the schemes administered by the Ministry and Zonal Culture Centres, various autonomous  organizations  under  the  administrative  control  of  the  Ministry  also  organize various  programmes  for  promoting  local  culture  across  the  country  including  the  state  of Jharkhand.  Brief  details  about  the  functions  carried  out  by  the  major  autonomous  cultural institutions are at Annexure - IV. (b)  &  (c):  The  various  financial  grant  schemes  administered  by  the  Ministry  of  Culture  are Central  Sector  schemes  and  no  State/  UT-wise  funds  are  allocated  by  the  Ministry  for  the purpose.  However,  Ministry  provides  financial  assistance  to  organizations  and  individuals working for promotion of art and culture including local culture across the country including the State  of  Jharkhand.  Quantum  of  financial  assistance  provided  and  number  of  cultural organizations/individuals supported under various schemes during the last three years across the country is at Annexure - V . Further, quantum of financial assistance provided and number of  cultural  organizations/individuals  supported  under  various  schemes  during  the  last  three years in the state of Jharkhand is at Annexure - VI . This apart, regular annual grant-in-aid is provided to various autonomous organizations under the administrative control of Ministry for carrying  out  their  activities/  programmes  for  promotion  of  local  culture  in  areas  under  their respective jurisdiction.

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## Annexure referred to in reply of part (a) of the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 153 for 22.07.2024

## Member States of Zonal Cultural Centres (ZCCs)

|   Sl. No. | Name of the Centre                 | Headquarter   | Member States                                                                                                                        |
|-----------|------------------------------------|---------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
|         1 | North Zone Cultural Centre         | Patiala       | Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh and Chandigarh               |
|         2 | West Zone Cultural Centre          | Udaipur       | Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Union Territory of Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli                                        |
|         3 | South Zone Cultural Centre         | Thanjavur     | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep and Puducherry |
|         4 | South Central Zone Cultural Centre | Nagpur        | Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Telangana                                                   |
|         5 | Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre      | Kolkata       | Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand, Manipur, Odisha, Sikkim, Tripura, West Bengal and Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands            |
|         6 | North Central Zone Cultural Centre | Prayagraj     | Bihar, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and NCT of Delhi                                               |
|         7 | North East Zone Cultural Centre    | Dimapur       | Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura                                                  |

Annexure referred to in reply of part (a) of the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 153 for 22.07.2024

## Schemes being implemented by Zonal Cultural Centres (ZCCs)

- i. Award to Young Talented Artistes: The Scheme 'Young Talented Artists' is carried out  to  encourage  and  recognize  the  young  talents  especially  in  the  field  of  rare  art  forms. Talented youngsters of the age group of 18-30 years are selected and given a one-time cash award of Rs. 10,000/-.
- ii. Guru Shishya Parampara: This scheme envisages transmitting our valued traditions to  the  coming generations. Disciples are trained under veterans in art forms which are rare and  vanishing.  Rare  and  vanishing  art  forms  of  the  region  are  identified  and  eminent exponents  are  selected  to  carry  out  the  training  programmes  in  'Gurukula'  tradition.  The monthly  remuneration  for  Guru  -  Rs.  7,500/-,  Accompanist  -  Rs.  3,750/-  and  Pupils  -  Rs. 1,500/- each for the period of six month to maximum 1 year for one scheme. The names of the Gurus are recommended by the State Cultural Affairs Departments.

iii. Theatre  Rejuvenation: To  promote  theatre  activities  including  stage  shows  and Production oriented workshops, etc. Honorarium Up to Rs. 30,000/- per show excluding TA & DA is paid. The groups finalized on the basis their credentials as well as the merit of project submitted by them.

iv. Research & Documentation: To  preserve  promote  and  propagate  vanishing  visual and  performing  art  forms  including  folk,  tribal  and  classical  in  the  field  of  music,  dance, theatre,  literature,  fine  arts  etc.  in  print/  audio  -  visual  media.  The  art  form  is  finalized  in consultation with state Cultural Department.

- v. Shilpgram: To  promote  folk  and  tribal  art  and  crafts  of  the  zone  by  organizing seminars,  workshops,  exhibitions,  craft  fairs,  design  development  and  marketing  support  to the artisans living in the rural areas.

vi. Octave: To  promote  and  propagate  the  rich  cultural  heritage  of  North  East  region comprising of eight States namely Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim, Nagaland, Manipur and Tripura to the rest of India.

vii. National Cultural Exchange Programme: It can be termed as the lifeline of the Zonal Cultural Centres. Under this scheme, various festivals of performing arts, exhibitions, yatras etc are organized in member States. Artists from other zones/states are invited to participate in these programmes. Participation of artists from the Zone in festivals held in other parts of the country are also facilitated. Zonal centres also participate in Major festivals happening in member  States  by  arranging  performances  during  these  festivals  where  large  number  of audiences  get  chance  to  enjoy  and  understand  art  forms  of  other  regions.  These  festivals provide opportunity to taste and understand various cultures of our country.

## Annexure referred to in reply of part (a) of the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 153 for 22.07.2024

## 1. FINANCIAL  ASSISTANCE  FOR  PROMOTION  OF  GURU-SHISHYA  PARAMPARA (REPERTORY GRANT)

The  objective  of  this  scheme  is  to  provide  financial  support  for  all  genres  of performing  arts  activities  like  dramatic  groups,  theatre  groups,  music  ensembles,  children theatre etc. and imparting training of artists by their respective Guru on regular basis in line with Guru-Shishya Parampara. As per the scheme guidelines, support is provided to 1 Guru and maximum 18 Shishyas in the field of theatre and 1 Guru and maximum 10 Shishyas in the field of music & dance. The Amount of Assistance for Guru is Rs.15000/- p.m. and for the Shishya, the same is Rs.2000-10000/-p.m depending upon the age of artist.

## 2. FINANCIAL  ASSISTANCE  FOR  PROMOTION  OF  ART  AND  CULTURE: This scheme has following sub-components :

## i. Financial Assistance to Cultural organizations with National Presence

To  promote  and  support  cultural  organisations  with  national  presence  involved  in promotion of art and culture throughout the country, this grant is given to such organisations that  have  a  properly  constituted  managing  body,  registered  in  India;  having  a  pan-India character with national presence in its operation; adequate working strength; and have spent 1 crore or more during 3 of the last 5 years on cultural activities. The quantum of grant under this scheme is Rs. 01 crore which can be increased to Rs. 05 crore in exceptional cases.

## ii. Cultural Function & Production Grant (CFPG)

The  objective  of  this  scheme  component  is  to  provide  financial  support  to  NGOs/ Societies/ Trusts/ Universities etc. for Seminars, Conference, Research, Workshops, Festivals,  Exhibitions,  Symposia,  Production  of  Dance,  Drama-Theatre,  Music  etc. The maximum  grants  provided  under  CFPG  is  Rs.5  Lakh  for  an  organization  which  can  be increased to Rs. 20.00 lakhs in exceptional cases

## iii. Financial Assistance for the Preservation & Development of Cultural Heritage of the Himalayas

The  objective  of  this  scheme  component  is  to  promote  and  preserve  the  cultural heritage of the Himalayas through research, training and dissemination through audio visual programmes. The financial support is provided to the organizations in the States falling under the  Himalayan  Region  i.e.  Jammu  &  Kashmir,  Himachal  Pradesh,  Uttarakhand,  Sikkim  and Arunachal Pradesh.  The quantum of funding is Rs. 10.00 lakhs per year for an organization which can be increased to Rs. 30.00 lakhs in exceptional cases.

## iv. Financial  Assistance  for  the  Preservation  &  Development  of  Buddhist/Tibetan Organization

Under  this  scheme  component  financial  assistance  is  provided  to  the  voluntary Buddhist/Tibetan  organizations  including  Monasteries  engaged  in  the  propagation  and scientific  development  of  Buddhist/Tibetan  Cultural  and  tradition  and  research  in  related fields. The quantum of funding under scheme component is Rs. 30.00 lakhs per year for an organization which can be increased to 1.00 crore in exceptional cases

## v. Financial Assistance for Building Grants including Studio Theatres

The objective of this scheme component is to provide financial support to NGO, Trust, Societies, Govt. Sponsored  bodies, University, College etc. for creation of Cultural infrastructure (i.e. studio theatre, auditorium, rehearsal hall, classroom etc.) and provision of facilities  like  electrical,  air  conditioning,  acoustics,  light  and  sound  systems  etc.   Under  this scheme component, the maximum amount of grant is up to Rs.50 Lakh in metro cities and up to Rs.25 Lakh in non- metro cities.

## vi. Financial Assistance for Allied Cultural Activities

The objective of this scheme component is to provide financial assistance to all eligible organizations for creation of assets for enhancing the audio-visual spectacle for allied cultural activities  to  give  firsthand  experience  of  live  performances  on  regular  basis  and  during festivals  in  open/closed  areas/spaces.  Maximum assistance  under  the  scheme  component, including applicable duties & taxes and also Operation & Maintenance (O&M) costing for five years, will be as under:- (i) Audio: Rs.1.00 crore; (ii) Audio+Video: Rs. 1.50 crore.

## vii. Domestic Festivals and Fairs

The  objective  of  this  scheme  is  to  provide  assistance  for  holding  the  'Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsavs' organized by Ministry of Culture.

## 3. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF TAGORE CULTURAL COMPLEXES (TCC)

The  aim  of  the  scheme  component  is  to  provide  financial  support  to  NGO,  Trust, Societies, Govt.  Sponsored  bodies, State / UT  Govt. University, Central/State Govt. agencies/bodies, Municipal Corporations, reputed not-for-profit organizations etc. for creation of  new Large Cultural Spaces such as Auditorium with facilities and infrastructure for stage performances  (dance,  drama  and  music),  exhibitions,  seminars,  literary  activities,  green rooms,  etc.   The  Scheme  component  also  provides  support  for  restoration,  renovation, extension,  alteration,  up-gradation,  modernization  of  existing  cultural  facilities  (Rabindra Bhawans, Rangshalas) etc.  Under this scheme component, the financial assistance for any project  will  normally  be  up  to  a  maximum  of  Rs.  15.00  crore.  Central  financial  assistance would be 90% of the total approved  project  cost and  remaining  10%  of  the total  approved project  cost  will  be  borne  by  the  recipient  State  Govt./NGO  or  concerned  organization  for NER  Projects  and  except  NER,  there  is  60:40  ratio  for  central  assistant  and  state  share (matching share).

## 4.   SCHEME  OF  SCHOLARSHIP  AND  FELLOWSHIP  FOR  PROMOTION  OF  ART  AND CULTURE: The scheme consists of following three components :

## i. Scheme for the Award of Fellowship to Outstanding Persons in the field of Culture

Upto  400  fellowships  (200  Junior  and  200  Senior)  are  awarded  in  a  batch  year  to outstanding  persons  in  the  age  group  of  25  to  40  years  (Jr.)  and  above  40  years  (Sr.)  in different cultural fields @ of Rs. 10,000/- p.m. and 20,000/-p.m. for the period of 2 years for cultural research. The Fellowship is released in four equal six monthly installments.

## ii. Scheme for Scholarships to Young Artistes in Different Cultural Fields

Upto  400  Scholarships  are  awarded  in  a  batch  year.  Under  this  scheme  financial assistance is given to young artistes of outstanding promise in the age group of 18-25 years for  advanced  training  within  India  in  the  field  of  Indian  Classical  Music,  Indian  Classical Dance, Theatre, Mime, Visual art, Folk, Traditional and Indigenous Arts and Light Classical Music  etc.  @  Rs.  5,000/-  p.m.  for  2  years.  The  Scholarship  is  released  in  four  equal  six monthly installments.

## iii. Tagore National Fellowship for Cultural Research

The  purpose  of  the  Scheme  Component  is  to  invigorate  and  revitalize  the  various institutions under the Ministry of Culture (MoC) and other identified cultural institutions in the country, by encouraging scholars/ academicians to affiliate themselves with these institutions to work on projects of mutual interest. Upto 15 Fellowships (Rs.80,000/- p.m. + Contingency Allowance) and 25 Scholarships (Rs.50,000/- p.m. + Contingency Allowance) for a maximum period of 2 Years. The Fellowship is released in four equal six monthly installments.

## 5.       FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR VETERAN ARTISTS

The objective of this Scheme is to provide financial assistance of Rs.6.000/- p.m. to the old  artistes  and  scholars  aged  60  years  above  having  annual  income  not  exceeding Rs.72,000/- who have contributed significantly in their specialized fields of arts, letters etc.  In the event of death of the beneficiary, the financial assistance is transferred to his/her spouse.

## 6.         SEVA BHOJ YOJANA

Under the Scheme of 'Seva Bhoj Yojna' Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) and Central Government's share of Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) paid on purchase of  specific  raw  food  items  by  Charitable/Religious  Institutions  for  distributing  free  food  to public shall be reimbursed as Financial Assistance by the Government of India. Free 'prasad' or  free  food  or  free  'langar'  /  'bhandara'  (community  kitchen)  offered  by  charitable/religious institutions  like  Gurudwara,  Temples,  Dharmik  Ashram,  Mosques,  Dargah,  Church,  Math, Monasteries etc. are covered under Seva Bhoj Yojana.

Annexure referred to in reply of part (a) of the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 153 for 22.07.2024

##  CENTRE FOR CULTURAL RESOURCES AND TRAINING (CCRT)

Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT) is an autonomous institution under Ministry of Culture. CCRT organizes orientation courses and thematic workshop for in-service teachers/educators  for  preservation  and  promotion  of  Indian  Culture  at  National  level  for preservation and development of diverse culture, awareness and tradition across the country. CCRT also implements Cultural Talent Search Scholarship Scheme (CTSSS) at National level to provide facilities to outstanding talented children selected in the age group of 10-14 years getting  specialized  training  in  various  cultural  fields  like  traditional  forms  of  music,  dance, drama, painting, sculpture, crafts and literary activities. The scholarship is Rs.3600/- per year for  the  scholarship  holder,  in addition  to  reimbursement of the actual tuition fee paid to the Guru/Teacher, up to a ceiling of Rs.9000/- per year.

##  SANGEET NATAK AKADEMI (SNA)

Sangeet Natak Akademi (SNA), New Delhi organizes various festivals including 'Deshaj' focused on folk and tribal performing arts all over the country. SNA provides grants-in-aid for research,  documentation,  publishing  documents  and  records  of  the  performing  arts  for  its audio-visual archive to preserve and promote performing arts.

##  SAHITYA AKADEMI (SA)

Sahitya  Akademi (SA),  New  Delhi  organizes  various  literary  programmes  like  seminars, symposia across the nation at regional as well as national levels by collaborating with local literary organizations, State Akadmies and educational institutions.

##  Lalit Kala Akademi (LKA)

The  Lalit  Kala  Akademi  organizes  art  camps,  workshop,  exhibitions  and  educational programmes of unparalleled significance across the country including the state of Jharkhand. The Akademi also have a regional centre at Lucknow. Various programmes for the benefit of artist's community and promotion of art are organized at regional centre.

##  INDIRA GANDHI RASHTRIYA MANAV SANGRAHALAYA (IGRMS), BHOPAL

IGRMS  organizes  programmes  like  exhibitions,  education  programmes,  workshops, performing  art  presentations,  seminars  etc  to  preserve  and  promote  the  art,  culture  and heritage across the country.

## Annexure referred to in reply of part (b) and (c) of the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 153 for 22.07.2024

## Number of organizations / Individuals supported under various schemes across the country

| Sl. No.   | Name of Scheme                                                                                              | Financial year                                  | Financial year                                        | Financial year                                  | Financial year                                        | Financial year                                  | Financial year                                        |
|-----------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|
|           |                                                                                                             | 2021-2022                                       | 2021-2022                                             | 2022-2023                                       | 2022-2023                                             | 2023-2024                                       | 2023-2024                                             |
|           |                                                                                                             | Number of Individuals / Organizations supported | Quantum of financial assistance provided (Rs. In Cr.) | Number of Individuals / Organizations supported | Quantum of financial assistance provided (Rs. In Cr.) | Number of Individuals / Organizations supported | Quantum of financial assistance provided (Rs. In Cr.) |
| 1.        | Financial Assistance for Promotion of Guru Shishya Parampara (Repertory Grant)                              | 573                                             | 42.48                                                 | 1213                                            | 86.22                                                 | 1882                                            | 77.95                                                 |
| 2.        | Financial Assistance to Cultural Organizations with National Presence (including R.K. Mission, West Bengal) | 6                                               | 7.58                                                  | 15                                              | 11.60                                                 | 24                                              | 12.67                                                 |
| 3.        | Cultural Function and Production Grant                                                                      | 1615                                            | 23.31                                                 | 2156                                            | 32.75                                                 | 2242                                            | 24.61                                                 |
| 4.        | Financial Assistance for the Preservation and Development of Cultural Heritage of the Himalayas             | 203                                             | 4.73                                                  | 225                                             | 4.68                                                  | 159                                             | 3.11                                                  |
| 5.        | Financial Assistance for the Development of Buddhist/ Tibetan Culture & Art                                 | 366                                             | 22.51                                                 | 401                                             | 26.01                                                 | 326                                             | 15.53                                                 |
| 6.        | Financial Assistance for Building Grants including Studio Theatres                                          | 22                                              | 1.33                                                  | 21                                              | 1.23                                                  | 15                                              | 1.08                                                  |
| 7.        | Fair and Festival                                                                                           |                                                 | 9.56                                                  |                                                 | 7.62                                                  |                                                 | 21.49                                                 |
| 8.        | Scheme for the Award of Fellowship to Outstanding Persons in the Field of Culture                           | 1001                                            | 16.34                                                 | 980                                             | 13.62                                                 | 1128                                            | 11.09                                                 |
| 9.        | Scheme for Scholarships to Young Artistes in Different Cultural Fields                                      | 1293                                            | 3.90                                                  | 395                                             | 1.18                                                  | 1507                                            | 4.52                                                  |
| 10.       | Tagore National Fellowship for Cultural Research                                                            | 7                                               | 0.52                                                  |                                                 | -                                                     | 6                                               | 0.35                                                  |
| 11.       | Financial Assistance for construction of Tagore Cultural Complexes (TCC)                                    | 2                                               | 3.49                                                  | 1                                               | 5.00                                                  | 4                                               | 15.56                                                 |
| 12.       | Financial Assistance for Veteran Artists                                                                    | 3029                                            | 15.42                                                 | 3651                                            | 18.59                                                 | 3811                                            | 28.96                                                 |
| 13.       | Seva Bhoj Yojana                                                                                            | 03                                              | 1.54                                                  | 3                                               | 1.43                                                  | 2                                               | 1.46                                                  |

## Annexure referred to in reply of part (b) and (c) of the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 153 for 22.07.2024

## Number of organizations / Individuals supported under various schemes in the state of Jharkhand

| Sl. No.   | Name of Scheme                                                                    | Financial year                                    | Financial year                                         | Financial year                                    | Financial year                                         | Financial year                                    | Financial year                                         |
|-----------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|
|           |                                                                                   | 2021-2022                                         | 2021-2022                                              | 2022-2023                                         | 2022-2023                                              | 2023-24                                           | 2023-24                                                |
|           |                                                                                   | Number of Individuals / Organi- zations supported | Quantum of financial assistance provided (Rs. In lakh) | Number of Individuals / Organi- zations supported | Quantum of financial assistance provided (Rs. In lakh) | Number of Individuals / Organi- zations supported | Quantum of financial assistance provided (Rs. In lakh) |
| 1.        | Financial Assistance for Promotion of Guru Shishya Parampara (Repertory Grant)    | 2                                                 | 21.54                                                  | 13                                                | 69.18                                                  | 18                                                | 100.64                                                 |
| 2.        | Cultural Function and Production Grant                                            | 6                                                 | 11.37                                                  | 11                                                | 14.06                                                  | 05                                                | 7.25                                                   |
| 3.        | Scheme for the Award of Fellowship to Outstanding Persons in the Field of Culture | 23                                                | 44.40                                                  | 10                                                | 14.40                                                  | 24                                                | 30.60                                                  |
| 4.        | Scheme for Scholarships to Young Artistes in Different Cultural Fields            | 17                                                | 5.10                                                   | 08                                                | 2.40                                                   | 24                                                | 7.20                                                   |
| 5.        | Financial Assistance for Veteran Artists                                          | 5                                                 | 3.00                                                   | 7                                                 | 3.59                                                   | 4                                                 | 3.88                                                   |