Question: Can you explain the Educational Allowances to the Children of Widows program?

Answer: such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).Documents Required1. Aadhaar
Card.2. Residence Certificate from the Revenue Department.3. Income Certificate from the Revenue Department.4. Passport-sized
Photograph.5. Declaration/Undertaking (if any).6. Study Certificate from the School.ï»¿In the absence of an Aadhaar Card; the applicant
is required to provide his/her Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with ANY ONE of the following documents - 1. Bank or Post Office
Passbook with Photo.2. Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card.3. Passport.4. Ration Card.5. Voter Identity Card.6. MGNREGA
Card.7. Kisan Photo Passbook.8. Driving license issued by the Licensing Authority under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988).9.
Certificate of identity having a photo of such person issued by a Gazetted Officer or a Tehsildar on an official letterhead.10. Any other
document as specified by the Department.Frequently Asked QuestionsIs there a deadline for submitting applications under this scheme
each year?The information does not mention a specific deadline; applicants should check with the Department or the online portal for
any time-bound requirements. Is there any flexibility in the income criteria for applicants facing exceptional circumstances?The annual
income of â‚¹24,000 is a fixed criterion, but applicants can provide a declaration or undertake special circumstances if needed. What
types of expenses does the financial assistance cover for students under this scheme?The financial assistance covers expenses related to
the purchase of textbooks, notebooks, and other educational necessities. Can widows from other states apply for the scheme, or is it
exclusive to Pondicherry residents?The scheme is open to widows who are citizens of India, but they should be residents of the Union
Territory of Pondicherry for at least 3 years. How is the annual amount determined for beneficiaries under the scheme?The annual
amount, ranging from â‚¹25 to â‚¹125, is based on the student's standard. Is there a grievance redressal mechanism available for scheme-
related issues?Yes, individuals can use the Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System at
https://wcd.py.gov.in/ta/central-public-grievance-redress-and-monitoring-system. Where can individuals address their queries or
concerns regarding the scheme?Individuals can contact the Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Pondicherry,
at https://wcd.py.gov.in/contact-us. How can applicants track the status of their application?Applicants can track their application status
through the online portal at https://edistrict.py.gov.in/User/TrackApplication.aspx. What alternatives are accepted in the absence of an
Aadhaar Card?In the absence of an Aadhaar Card, the applicant can provide Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with documents such as
Bank/Post Office Passbook, PAN Card, Passport, Ration Card, etc. What conditions must the applicant's child meet to qualify for the
scheme?The child must be a student, and they should have obtained not less than 50% marks in every class. Is there a limit on the
number of years a widow can apply for the scheme after the demise of her spouse?The information does not specify a time limit for
application after the spouse's demise; applicants should check scheme guidelines or contact the Department for details. Do adopted
children of widows qualify for the scheme, and are there any additional requirements for them?The information does not explicitly
mention adopted children; applicants should inquire about specific criteria for adopted children's eligibility. Sources And
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RequiredFrequently Asked QuestionsLaunched in 2010, the scheme â€œEducational Allowances to the Children of Widowsâ€​ by the
Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Pondicherry, was introduced to provide financial assistance for the
education of poor widows' children up to higher secondary or equivalent. Through this scheme, an annual amount ranging from â‚¹25 to
â‚¹125 is given based on the student's standard.OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo new news and updates
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