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This scheme launched by the Rajasthan government to empower women by providing them with loans and other financial assistance to start or expand their businesses

Benefit: Loan Limit Loan amount of ₹ 50,00,000/- to individual women. Loan amount of Rs 1,00,00,000/- to self-help groups. Margin Money A margin money of 25% of the sanctioned loan amount will be provided under the scheme. For women belonging to Scheduled Castes/Tribes, Scheduled Castes, widows, abandoned women, victims of violence and disabled women, the margin money will be 30% of the sanctioned loan amount. Note: 1. The maximum limit of margin money will be ₹ 15,00,000/-. 1. The applicant's own contribution (5% / 10% of the project proposal) will be considered for margin money. 1. Land value will not be included in the project proposal. The maximum limit of loan amount payable for construction of workshop/building will be up to 20% of the sanctioned amount of the project proposal. 1. The maximum limit of loan for business will be Rs. 10 lakh. Business refers to wholesale or retail purchase-sale of commercial products. Promotion of collateral security free loans: As per the guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India, collateral security will not be required for loans up to Rs. 10 lakh. Loans above Rs. 10 lakh can be linked with the Credit Guarantee Trust Fund for Micro and Small Enterprises (CGTMSE). The fee amount will be borne by the beneficiary. If the applicant voluntarily wants to give collateral security on the loan, they can do so.

The scheme aims to provide self-employment loans to women from minority communities. Financial assistance with a 20% subsidy is provided to widows, divorced women, and abandoned women from minority communities. The scheme is implemented by the KSMDFC.

Benefit: Financial assistance of up to ₹1,00,000/- as a government subsidy. Maximum loan amount of ₹5,00,000/-. The interest rate on the loan amount (excluding subsidy) is 6%. Conditions/Criteria Associated with Benefits: A 20% subsidy (maximum ₹1,00,000/-) is provided on the loan amount. For a loan amount of ₹1,00,000/-, the subsidy is ₹20,000/-. For a loan amount of ₹2,00,000/-, the subsidy is ₹40,000/-. For a loan amount of ₹3,00,000/-, the subsidy is ₹60,000/-. For a loan amount of ₹4,00,000/-, the subsidy is ₹80,000. For a loan amount of ₹5,00,000/-, the subsidy is ₹1,00,000/-. _At each stage of disbursement, photos and bills must be submitted._ _Direct inspection will be conducted at each stage of disbursement._ _An additional interest of 6% will be charged for misuse of funds._

The scheme "Aahar Anudan Yojana" provides monthly assistance of ₹1,000 to students, girls, and women from backward tribes like Baiga, Bharia, and Saharia. The scheme aims to combat malnutrition among special tribal families by ensuring access to nutritious food through financial assistance.

Benefit: Financial Assistance of ₹1,000/- per month.

The scheme “Aapki Beti Hamari Beti” was launched by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Haryana on 24th August 2015.

Benefit: Keeping in view the aims of the Scheme, the Government will provide benefits/financial assistance to each girl child beneficiary. This will be provided in the following manner: 1. All Scheduled Caste families whose first girl child is born on or after 22nd January 2015 shall be eligible to receive a one-time grant of ₹21,000/- only. 1. All Below Poverty Line (BPL) families whose first girl child is born on or after 22nd January 2015 shall be eligible to receive a one-time grant of ₹21,000/- only. 1. All families whose second girl child is born on or after 22nd January 2015, will receive ₹21000/- (One Time) irrespective of their caste, creed, religion, income, and number of sons. 1. In special cases, when twin/multiple girls are born on or after 22nd January 2015 will receive ₹21000/- (One Time) per girl child in any family of the State of Haryana satisfying the eligibility conditions. 1. All families whose second girl child is born on or before 21st January 2015, will receive ₹5000/- girl child per annum for five years irrespective of their caste, creed, religion, income, and number of sons. (This is applicable for those cases who were eligible for benefit under the Ladli scheme), 1. In special cases, when twin/multiple girls are born on or before 21st January 2015 will receive ₹2500/- per girl child per annum for five years irrespective of their caste, creed, religion, income, and number of sons in any family of the State of Haryana satisfying the eligibility conditions. (This is applicable for those cases who were eligible for benefit under the Ladli scheme). 1. The money is to be invested with LIC of India under the Scheme 'Aapki Beti Harnari Beti' in the name of the girl child beneficiary through her mother. In case, the mother is not alive then the money would be deposited in the name of the beneficiary girl child through the father. If both the parents are not alive then this money would be deposited in the name of the beneficiary girl child through her guardian. Note: The money shall be released within one month of submission of the completed application of the beneficiary through her mother/father/guardian. Withdrawal of Benefit: 1. The benefit sanctioned under the scheme shall be withdrawn by the competent authority at any stage if it is found that it was sanctioned incorrectly or received by providing false information/fabricated documents. 1. In case of wrong information, deliberately given by the applicant, he/she shall be liable for prosecution as per law. 1. he investment made in the shape of a membership certificate under this scheme shall not be liable for attachment under any law. 1. If the beneficiary dies after attaining the age of 18 years then the parents of the beneficiary will be eligible for receiving benefits. 1. The beneficiary would not be eligible for the benefit under the scheme in case she gets married before the age of 18 years. Note: In case of the death of the beneficiary before 18 years of age, her enrolment as a beneficiary under the Scheme Aapki Beti Harnari Beti, would be cancelled with immediate effect, and funds invested against this enrolment would be taken back from Scheme Aapki Beti Hamari Beti with interest and deposited in the receipt Head of the Department.

Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹2,100/- per year is provided to girls studying in Class 1 to 8 in government schools, belonging to families living below the poverty line (BPL) and whose both or one parent has passed away. Girls studying in Class 9 to 12 receive ₹2,500/- per year.

Benefit: Financial Assistance: ₹2,100/- per annum for girl students in classes 1st to 8th.- ₹2,500/- per annum for girl students in classes 9th to 12th. Mode of Disbursement: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the bank account linked with Jan Aadhaar of the family head or the girl child.

The scheme “Abhayakiranam Scheme-Financial Assistance to Destitute Widows” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala to provide a safe and better living environment to destitute and homeless widows.

Benefit: Financial assistance of ₹1000/- per month will be provided to the close relatives of destitute widows who provide protection and shelter to them.

The scheme is implemented by the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Haryana. Under the scheme, an additional amount, in addition to the pension, is provided to the widow of an ex-serviceman who dies while in service but not in any battle.

Benefit: The rates of additional pension admissible under the scheme are as follows: Sl. No.CategoryAdditional Pension Amount1Other Ranks₹100/- per child per month subject to a maximum of ₹300/-2JCO’s₹150/- per child per month subject to a maximum of ₹450/-3Officers₹200/- per child per month subject to a maximum of ₹600/- Mode of Payment: Each Secretary of District Sainik Board will make payment of additional pension on a quarterly basis by money order or in cash, as may be convenient.

Under the scheme, an additional amount of ₹100/- per month, in addition to the pension amount, is provided to the widow of an ex-serviceman who dies while in service but not in any battle.

Benefit: An additional amount of ₹100/- per month is given to the widow of an ex-serviceman, irrespective of his rank, until her death or remarriage. Mode of Payment: Each Secretary of District Sainik Board will make payment of additional pension on a quarterly basis by money order or in cash, as may be convenient.

The objective of this scheme is to strengthen the economic condition of minority Muslim abandoned/divorced women and make them self-dependent by providing financial assistance of ₹25,000/-.

Benefit: Under this scheme, the state government provides financial assistance of ₹25,000/- to minority Muslim abandoned/divorced women to strengthen their economic condition and make them self-reliant. Note: The grant amount will be directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank accounts through RTGS/DBT.

The Amma Two-wheeler is a scheme that will empower working women in Tamil Nadu State.

Benefit: The reservation under the Amma two-wheeler scheme is as follows: 21% of the scheme's allocation is reserved for women belonging to Scheduled Castes. 1% of the scheme’s allocation is reserved for women belonging to Scheduled Tribes. 4% of the scheme’s allocation is reserved for differently abled women (across all categories). Subsidy: A beneficiary under this scheme will be provided with a maximum subsidy of 50% of the cost of the vehicle or ₹25,000/- whichever is less, to purchase a brand new motorized gearless / auto-geared two-wheeler whose engine capacity should not exceed 125cc. The balance cost, over and above the subsidy amount, has to be borne by the beneficiary through a bank/institutional loan or her funds. Loan Facilities: The beneficiary can buy the vehicle of her choice from her funds or by availing loans from Banks/Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) governed by the rules of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Reimbursement of subsidy to the beneficiary will be permitted in case the vehicle is purchased from her funds, subject to the fulfillment of the other conditions specified for eligibility

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Anganwadi workers, mini workers, and assistants of the state upon attaining the superannuation age of 60 years. A minimum amount of ₹30,000/- is granted, while those completing 20 years of service receive ₹1,30,000/-.

Benefit: A minimum amount of ₹30,000/- will be provided. Upon completing 20 years of service, ₹1,30,000/- will be provided. Note: There is a provision for a 5% annual increase on the deposited amount.

"Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I" was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Dept, Govt of Tamil Nadu. The scheme provides financial assistance to the orphan girls for their marriage. The bride should be 18 years or older during her marriage.

Benefit: Financial assistance of ₹25,000/-. One sovereign (8gm) 22-carat gold coin for making Thirumangalyam. Mode of Disbursal: Through Electronic Clearing Service.

"Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I" was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Dept, Govt of Tamil Nadu. The scheme provides financial assistance to the orphan girls for their marriage. The bride should be 18 years or older during her marriage.

Benefit: Financial assistance of ₹25,000/-. One sovereign (8gm) 22-carat gold coin for making Thirumangalyam. Mode of Disbursal: Through Electronic Clearing Service.

The scheme “Annapurna Yojana” implemented by the Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal aims to provide assured monthly financial assistance to eligible women residing in the state for their empowerment and socio-economic upliftment. Under the scheme, el

Benefit: Monthly Financial Assistance: Eligible women receive ₹3,000/- per month. Note: - Mode of Disbursement: The financial assistance is transferred through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). - Bank Account Requirement: The amount is credited to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the beneficiary.

The ARUNDHATI scheme started on January 1, 2020. It will offer 10 grams of gold as a gift to every bride. The bride and Bridegroom can apply for the scheme before the wedding. The scheme will cost about Rs 800 crore annually.

Benefit: Benefits The benefit of this scheme is the transfer of an incentive of rupees 40,000. But the only rule in this scheme is when the money will be transferred to the bride’s account to incur gold expenditure. This amount of money cannot be used for any other purpose.

Asangathit Karmakaar Silai Machine Sahayata Yojana started by the Government of Chhattisgarh in 2012.

Benefit: Under the scheme, sewing machines will be supplied every year to the registered unorganized women workers of the state.

The Punjabi government has established the Punjab Ashirwad Scheme to offer financial support for a girl's marriage.

Benefit: Financial assistance of ₹51,000/-.

Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹25,000/- per girl is provided for a maximum of two marriageable daughters of widows of ex-servicemen up to the rank of Havaldar, who are not receiving a Marriage Grant from the Kendriya Sainik Board.

Benefit: Financial assistance of ₹25,000/- per daughter (up to two daughters) is provided.

The Government of Tamil Nadu introduced "Assistance for Delivery/Miscarriage of Pregnancy/Termination of Pregnancy to Female Differently Abled Person.

Benefit: A sum of Rs.6,000/- @ Rs.1,000/- per month for delivery and Rs.3,000 for miscarriage/termination of pregnancy is given to a female differently abled person.

The scheme "Assistance for Delivery of a Child or the Miscarriage of Pregnancy or the Termination of Pregnancy" was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to give financial assistance for the delivery of a child, miscarriage, or termination of pregnancy

Benefit: Financial Assistance: Child Delivery – ₹6,000/- (₹1,000/- per month for six months). Miscarriage – ₹3,000/-. Termination – ₹3,000/-. Note: Assistance is available only twice.