Question: Tell me about the National Family Benefit Scheme - Sikkim scheme.

Answer: **Eligibility:** SikkimNational Family Benefit Scheme - SikkimBelow Poverty LineBreadwinnerDirect Benefit TransferFamilyFinancial
AssistanceDetailsBenefitsEligibilityApplication ProcessDocuments RequiredFrequently Asked QuestionsThe scheme â€œNational
Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS)â€​ was launched in 2016 by the Department of Women & Child Welfare, Govt. of Sikkim. Under this
scheme, a lump sum amount of â‚¹ 30,000/- as financial assistance is provided to the bereaved household in the event of the death of the
"Primary breadwinner" belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) Category. The one-time grant amount consists of Central and State
Government Share. (i.e. â‚¹ 20,000/- as Central Share and â‚¹ 10,000/- as State Share)OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo
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This is a Sikkim state government scheme.