Question: Tell me about the Award Of Scholarships To Young Artists In Different Cultural Fields scheme.

Answer: Caste certificate (If applicable)Residence proof (If applicable)In the case of candidates applying for scholarships in the field of
Painting, Sculpture, and Applied Arts, they are required to come with self-attested copies of photographs of the Original works. The
minimum qualification for Visual Arts is BFA or equivalent.As the scholarships are awarded for advanced training, the candidates
should have undergone a minimum of 5 years of training with their Gurus/Institutes. The certificates to this effect duly signed by the
present Guru/ Institute and former Guru/ Institute (if any) should be submitted along with the application.Frequently Asked
QuestionsWhat is the â€œAward of Scholarships to Young Artists in Different Cultural Fieldsâ€​ scheme?Under the scheme, assistance
is provided to young artists of outstanding promise 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.Which ministry has started
the scheme?Ministry of Culture, Government of IndiaIs this Central Sector Scheme?Yes, this is a Central Sector Scheme.What are the

**Benefits:** of the scheme?Under the scheme, each scholar will be paid â‚¹5000/- per month for a period of two years to cover his/ her living
expenses on travel, books, art material, or other equipment and tuition or training charges, if any.What is the total number of
scholarships?The total number of scholarships is 400.What should the minimum educational qualification be required for applying under
the scheme?A candidate having a degree of proficiency in the concerned field is eligible to apply under the scheme.Who is eligible to
apply under the scheme?A candidate of Indian Nationals who has adequate general education to pursue their training effectively is
eligible to apply under the scheme.What is the age criterion for an applicant to apply under the scheme?The candidate's age should not
be less than 18 years and not more than 25 years as of 1st April of the year in which the application is being made. Age relaxation is not
permissible. Is there any training experience required to apply under the scheme?Yes, the candidate should have undergone a minimum
of 5 years of training with their Guru/Institutes. How will the nature of training be determined?The nature of training will be determined
in each case after taking into consideration the previous training and background of the scholar. Normally, it will be in the nature of
advanced training under a Guru/Master or in a recognized institution.How can an applicant apply under the scheme?The applicant may
apply through online mode. Applicants are required to submit online applications on the CSMS Portal which is made available on the
website of the Ministry of Culture & CCRT. https://indiaculture.gov.in/Sources And ReferencesOfficial WebsiteScheme DetailsOkWas
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Young Artists In Different Cultural FieldsAdvanced TrainingCultureDanceMusicScholarshipYoung
ArtistsDetailsBenefitsEligibilityApplication ProcessDocuments RequiredFrequently Asked QuestionsThe scheme â€œAward of
Scholarships to Young Artists in Different Cultural Fieldsâ€​ was launched by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. This scheme
seeks to give assistance to young artists of outstanding promise 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.Subjects/Fields in
which Scholarships can be awarded:Indian Classical Music - Classical Hindustani Music (Vocal and Instrumental), Classical Carnatic
Music (Vocal & Instrumental, etc.)Indian Classical Dance/ Dance Music - Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Kathakali, Mohiniattam,
Odissi Dance/ Music, Manipuri Dance/ Music, Thangta, Gaudiya Nritya, Chhau Dance/ Music, Sattriya dance.Theatre - Any specialized
aspect of theatre art, including acting, direction, etc., but excluding playwriting and research. Mime.Visual Arts - Graphics, Sculpture,
Painting, Creative Photography, Pottery & Ceramics, etc.Folk, Traditional, and Indigenous Arts - Puppetry, Folk Theatre, Folk dances,
Folk Songs, Folk Music, etc.Light Classical Music - a) Thumri, Dadra, Tappa, Qawali, Ghazal, b) Light Classical music based on
Carnatic Style, etc. c) Rabindra Sangeet, Nazrul Geeti, Atulprasad.Terms of Scholarship:The nature of training will be determined in
each case after taking into consideration the previous training and background of the scholar. Normally, it will be in the nature of
advanced training under a Guru/Master or in a recognized institution.The Scholar will be required to undergo a rigorous training. Such
training will include minimum of three hours a day for practice alone apart from the time spent for acquiring knowledge of the theory of
the subject/field concerned and also an appreciation of the related disciplines.OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo new news
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