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Award of ₹20,000/- to Best Writers

The scheme provides a cash award of ₹20,000/- to the top 10 writers from Adi Dravidar, Tribal, or Adi Dravidar communities converted to Christianity, with one additional spot for a writer from other communities.

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About This Scheme

The Award of ₹20,000/- to Best Writers scheme by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, aimed at recognizing and promoting literary talent within the Adi Dravidar, Tribal, and Adi Dravidar Christian-converted communities. A total of 10 writers from these communities will be selected to receive a cash prize. Additionally, one writer from any other community will also be chosen.

Benefits

₹20.0K

  • Cash Prize: ₹20,000/- to each of the selected writers (10 from Adi Dravidar/Tribal communities and one from other communities).
  • Recognition: Selected writers receive state recognition for their literary contributions.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.

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    The beneficiary should be an unemployed writer.

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    The beneficiary should belong to the Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar converted to Christian community.

Required Documents

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    Proof of identity (Aadhar card or any other document as directed by the authority).
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    Caste certificate (Adi Dravidar/Tribal).
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    A copy of the submitted literary work.
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    Bank account details.
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    Passport-size photographs.
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    Any other documents (if required).

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Step 1: The scheme will be advertised in newspapers during April/May.

Step 2: Interested candidates must submit their literary works along with the required documents to the designated authority as mentioned in the advertisement.