The scheme "The Artist Welfare Fund of Assam" is a scheme of financial assistance by the Assam State Film (Finance and Development) Corporation, Department of Cultural Affairs, Govt. of Assam. The scheme extends to the whole of Assam.
The Artist Welfare Fund Of Assam - Introduction
The scheme "The Artist Welfare Fund of Assam" is a scheme of financial assistance by the Assam State Film (Finance and Development) Corporation, Department of Cultural Affairs, Govt. of Assam. The scheme extends to the whole of Assam.
The Major Objectives of the Fund are:
- To help the Artists (or their dependents) who are in financial distress due to old age or otherwise handicapped from accident or disease.
- Medical aid to such Artists and their dependents.
- Education for such Artists and their dependents (to be limited up to two children).
- Assistance to such Artist in case of accidents, medical emergency etc.
- 'Dependent' means and includes: Spouse of a deceased Artist; Minor sons and daughters; Unmarried and non-earning daughters; Parents wholly dependent on the Artist.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be an artist in the field of art and culture of the State.
- The applicant must be above the age of 20 years (in case of applicant being the artist).
- The applicant should be in distress.
- The applicant should have made a mark or some achievement in the field of art and culture.
- The applicant should be able to provide artistic credentials supporting his/her achievement.
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