Lok Sabha Question No. 46 (STARRED), answered on 2023-07-24
Subject: Programme to Promote Cultural Institutions
Ministry: CULTURE
Asked by: Jagdambika Pal

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CULTURE LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. *46 TO BE ANSWERED ON 24.07.2023

## PROGRAMME TO PROMOTE CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS

## *46. SHRI JAGDAMBIKA PAL Will the MINISTER OF CULTURE be pleased to state:

(a) Whether the Government has initiated any programme to promote cultural institutions across the country, especially in the State of Uttar Pradesh and if so, the details thereof; (b) Whether the Government is providing grant-in-aid to the State Governments in order to promote their local culture; and (c) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER MINISTER FOR CULTURE, TOURISM AND DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION (G. KISHAN REDDY)

(a) to (c):  A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.

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## STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) to (c) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 46 FOR 24.07.2023

(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 Uttar Pradesh. To protect, preserve & promote various forms of  folk  art  &  culture  and  develop  national  and  regional  culture  of  various  States  of  the country including Uttar Pradesh, 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. Uttar Pradesh is a member State of North Central Zone Cultural Centre (NCZCC), Prayagraj. 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 at 25  places  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 organizations and individuals working for promotion of art and culture across the country including the State of Uttar Pradesh. 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  preserving  and  promoting  local  culture  across  the country including the state of Uttar Pradesh. 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 in the field of art and culture across the country including the State of

Uttar Pradesh. 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 Uttar Pradesh 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.

## Annexure referred to in reply to part (a) of Lok Sabha Starred Question No. 46 for 24.07.2023

## 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 to part (a) of Lok Sabha Starred Question No. 46 for 24.07.2023

## 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 onetime  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 seminar, 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 Centers. 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 audience 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 to part (a) of Lok Sabha Starred Question No. 46 for 24.07.2023

## 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,  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.

Amount of Assistance - Guru Rs.15000/- p.m., Shishya - Rs.2000-10000/-p.m (depending upon the age of artist).

## 2. SCHEME  OF  FINANCIAL  ASSISTANCE  FOR  PROMOTION  OF  ART  AND CULTURE: The scheme consists of the following scheme components:

## (i) Financial Assistance to Cultural organizations with National Presence

The objective of the scheme component is to provide financial assistance  to reputed cultural organizations with national presence ('not-for-profit' organizations, NGOs, Societies, Trusts, Universities, etc.) with a view to disseminate and propagate art & culture by  organizing  various  cultural  activities  at  National/International  level  for  promotion  of  art and culture of the country. This grant is given to such organizations which has a properly constituted managing body, registered in India having an All India Character with National Presence in its operation, adequate working strength and have spent Rs. 1crore or more during any 3 of the last 5 years on cultural activities. The Quantum of assistance under this scheme is up to Rs. 1 Cr.

## (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 grant provided under CFPG is Rs.5 Lakh which can be increased to Rs. 20 Lakh under exceptional circumstances.

## (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) 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. SCHEME  OF  SCHOLARSHIP  AND  FELLOWSHIP  FOR  PROMOTION  OF  ART AND CULTURE: The scheme consists of the 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 instalments.

## (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 instalments.

## (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 instalments.

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

The objective of this scheme is to provide financial support to NGO, Trust, Societies, Govt. Sponsored bodies, State / UT Govt. University, Central/State Govt. agencies/bodies, Municipal Corporations 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  also  provides support  for  restoration,  renovation,  extension,  alteration,  upgradation,  modernization  of existing cultural facilities (Rabindra Bhawans, Rangshalas, Multipurpose Cultural Complexes) etc. Under this scheme, grant of up to Rs. 15 Crore is provided.

## 5. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR VETERAN ARTISTS

The objectives of this Scheme is to provide financial assistance @ Rs.6.000/- p.m. to veteran artists aged 60 years and above having annual income not more than Rs.48,000/per    annum.    To  become  eligible  under  the  scheme,  it  is  mandatory  that  the  artists  has contributed significantly in their specialized fields of arts, letters etc. in their active age or are still  contributing  in  the  field  of arts, letters  etc.  but  due to  old  age  they  are  in  penury condition.

## 6. SEVA BHOJ YOJANA

Under the Scheme of 'Seva Bhoj Yojana' 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.

## 7. NATIONAL MISSION ON LIBRARIES

The objectives of the scheme inter alia include sustained development of libraries & information services in pursuance of National Knowledge Commission's recommendations. These objectives intend to cover promotion of Information Communication Technology (ICT) application in all Libraries, Modernize Library Management, a National Survey of Libraries & Citizens and improvement of competence of library professionals through training.

## Annexure referred to in reply to part (a) of Lok Sabha Starred Question No. 46 for 24.07.2023

##  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  inservice  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  Uttar Pradesh. 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 to part (b) & (c) of Lok Sabha Starred Question No. 46 for

Annexure - V 24.07.2023

| Sl.   | Name of Scheme                                                                                              | Financial year                                   | Financial year                                         | Financial year                                   | Financial year                                         | Financial year                                   | Financial year                                         |
|-------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|
| No.   |                                                                                                             | 2020-2021                                        | 2020-2021                                              | 2021-2022                                        | 2021-2022                                              | 2022-2023                                        | 2022-2023                                              |
|       |                                                                                                             | Number of Individuals / Organization s supported | Quantum of financial assistance provided (Rs. In lakh) | Number of Individuals / Organization s supported | Quantum of financial assistance provided (Rs. In lakh) | Number of Individuals / Organization s supported | Quantum of financial assistance provided (Rs. In lakh) |
| 1.    | Financial Assistance for Promotion of Guru Shishya Parampara (Repertory Grant)                              | 529                                              | 3480.15                                                | 573                                              | 4248.58                                                | 1213                                             | 8622.75                                                |
| 2.    | Financial Assistance to Cultural Organizations with National Presence (including R.K. Mission, West Bengal) | 6                                                | 930.46                                                 | 6                                                | 758.24                                                 | 15                                               | 1160.4                                                 |
| 3.    | Cultural Function and Production Grant                                                                      | 1471                                             | 1651.90                                                | 1615                                             | 2330.35                                                | 2135                                             | 3275.21                                                |
| 4.    | Financial Assistance for the Preservation and Development of Cultural Heritage of the Himalayas             | 128                                              | 336.00                                                 | 203                                              | 473.47                                                 | 225                                              | 468.73                                                 |
| 5.    | Financial Assistance for the Development of Buddhist/ Tibetan Culture & Art                                 | 276                                              | 1607.99                                                | 366                                              | 2251.17                                                | 401                                              | 2601                                                   |
| 6.    | Financial Assistance for Building Grants including Studio Theatres                                          | 29                                               | 193.46                                                 | 22                                               | 133.05                                                 | 21                                               | 123.48                                                 |
| 7.    | Scheme For The Award Of Fellowship To Outstanding Persons in The Field Of Culture                           | 982                                              | 888.60                                                 | 1001                                             | 1634.00                                                | 980                                              | 1362.60                                                |
| 8.    | Scheme for Scholarships to Young Artistes in Different Cultural Fields                                      | 1265                                             | 379.50                                                 | 1293                                             | 390.30                                                 | 395                                              | 118.50                                                 |
| 9.    | Tagore National Fellowship for Cultural Research                                                            | 07                                               | 28.25                                                  | 07                                               | 52.25                                                  | -                                                | -                                                      |
| 10.   | Financial Assistance for construction of Tagore Cultural Complexes(TCC)                                     | 1                                                | 596.00                                                 | 2                                                | 349.02                                                 | 1                                                | 500.00                                                 |
| 11.   | Financial Assistance for Veteran Artists                                                                    | 2000                                             | 871.31                                                 | 3029                                             | 1542.17                                                | 453                                              | 296.5                                                  |
| 12.   | Seva Bhoj Yojana                                                                                            | 03                                               | 169.00                                                 | 03                                               | 154.00                                                 | 03                                               | 143.00                                                 |

## Annexure - VI

## Annexure referred to in reply to part (b) & (c) of Lok Sabha Starred Question No. 46 for 24.07.2023

| Sl.   | Name of Scheme                                                                                              | Financial year                                    | Financial year                                         | Financial year                                    | Financial year                                         | Financial year                                    | Financial year                                         |
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| No.   |                                                                                                             | 2020-2021                                         | 2020-2021                                              | 2021-2022                                         | 2021-2022                                              | 2022-2023                                         | 2022-2023                                              |
|       |                                                                                                             | 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)                              | 33                                                | 161.57                                                 | 26                                                | 195.32                                                 | 57                                                | 293.97                                                 |
| 2.    | Financial Assistance to Cultural Organizations with National Presence (including R.K. Mission, West Bengal) | 1                                                 | 45                                                     | 1                                                 | 12.5                                                   | 2                                                 | 93.75                                                  |
| 3.    | Cultural Function and Production Grant                                                                      | 202                                               | 167.15                                                 | 235                                               | 274.55                                                 | 278                                               | 343.33                                                 |
| 4.    | Financial Assistance for the Development of Buddhist/ Tibetan Culture & Art                                 | 12                                                | 50.53                                                  | 19                                                | 110.31                                                 | 27                                                | 195.28                                                 |
| 5.    | Scheme For The Award Of Fellowship To Outstanding Persons in The Field Of Culture                           | 114                                               | 100.80                                                 | 103                                               | 167.20                                                 | 120                                               | 154.80                                                 |
| 6.    | Scheme for Scholarships to Young Artistes in Different Cultural Fields                                      | 134                                               | 40.20                                                  | 153                                               | 45.90                                                  | 35                                                | 10.50                                                  |
| 7.    | Financial Assistance for Veteran Artists                                                                    | 9                                                 | 5.12                                                   | 46                                                | 13.08                                                  | 58                                                | 15.46                                                  |

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