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Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for the Production and Publication of Excellent Original Children's Literature
The scheme aims to promote high-quality literary works for children by providing financial support to Gujarati authors for publishing original, unpublished children's books that contribute to cultural and moral development.
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About This Scheme
The "Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for the Production and Publication of Excellent Original Children's Literature" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, is designed to encourage the creation and dissemination of original, educational, and culturally enriching children’s literature in Gujarati. Financial assistance is provided to eligible authors after their manuscripts are evaluated by expert reviewers. Approved authors are required to publish the book within one year, provide acknowledgment of the Academy’s support in the published work, and submit printed copies and printing-related documents for reimbursement. Previously published or edited works and authors who have received five grants under any Sahitya Academy scheme are ineligible.
Benefits
> Printing Size Guidelines:
> Financial Assistance:
₹5.0K
For books up to 64 pages: Up to ₹5,000/-.- For books exceeding 64 pages: Up to ₹10,000/-.
₹2.3K
For “Demy” size: ₹2,300/- (paperback).- For “Double Crown” size: ₹2,500/- (paperback), ₹2,700/- (hardcover).
> Note: Whichever is lower between actual expense and ceiling will be granted.
Eligibility
Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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Required Documents
- ✦First page of cancelled cheque/passbook for bank account details.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
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Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹5.0K
