Kerala
Financial Assistance To Visually Impaired Advocates
Main benefit
Under the scheme, the Visually Impaired Advocates shall be eligible for an exgratia non- recurring grant of ₹3500/- for the purchase of books, provisional suits, etc.
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- Family income up to ₹1 lakh a year
- Disability 40% or more
About
The scheme "Financial Assistance to visually impaired Advocates” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. Under the scheme, financial assistance will be provided to visually impaired Advocates who are practicing in any one or more Courts in Kerala. The applicant under this scheme shall be eligible for an exgratia non-recurring grant for the purchase of books, provisional suits, etc., and they are being paid a reader's allowance for a period of 10 years.
Benefits
- Under the scheme, the Visually Impaired Advocates shall be eligible for an exgratia non- recurring grant of ₹3500/- for the purchase of books, provisional suits, etc.
- The Visually Impaired Advocates are also being paid a reader's allowance @ ₹5000/- per month for a period of 10 years.
Who can apply
- 1. The applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State.
- 2. The applicant should be a visually impaired Advocate.
- 3. The applicant should be an advocate practicing in any one or more Courts in Kerala.
- 4. The combined annual income of the applicant and his/her family from all sources shall not exceed ₹1,00,000/- .
- Note: A person who becomes a reading assistant to advocates should at least pass the S.
- S.
- L.
- C. examination.
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How to apply
Online
OfflineRegistration Process:
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To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal
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On the home page, click on "One time Registration”
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Fill in the details like Name, Email ID & Mobile Number and click on 'Register'.
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The applicant needs to enter the verification code received on the mobile number and click on 'Verify'.
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Now, a form will open to create the new profile, fill in all the mandatory details and click on 'Register'. Login/Application Process:
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Once the registration process is completed, the applicant should visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal and click on "Citizen Login”.
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Enter the user name i.e. Mobile Number and Password and click on "Sign in”.
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Now, the applicant needs to update all their details i.e. Personal Information, Contact Details, Identity Cards & Bank Details by clicking on the 'Edit' button.
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Once the applicant updated their profile successfully, the schemes will appear on the left side of the screen.
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Select the scheme and click on the "Apply Now” button.
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Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and click on the 'Submit' button.
Common questions
What is the "Financial Assistance to Visually Impaired Advocates” Scheme?
Under the scheme, financial assistance will be provided to visually impaired advocates who are practicing in any one or more Courts in Kerala. The applicant under this scheme shall be eligible for an exgratia non-recurring grant for the purchase of books, provisional suits, etc., and they are being paid a reader's allowance for a period of 10 years.
Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
The visually impaired advocates practicing in any one or more Courts in Kerala are eligible to apply under the scheme.
Is this scheme only for visually impaired Advocates?
Yes, only visually impaired advocates are eligible to apply under the scheme.
Are there any criteria for a reading assistant of advocates?
Yes, a person who becomes a reading assistant to advocates should at least pass the S.S.L.C. examination.
Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala State?
Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala State.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, the Visually Impaired Advocates shall be eligible for an exgratia non-recurring grant of ₹3500/- for the purchase of books, provisional suits, etc.
How much amount of the reader's allowance will be given to advocates?
The visually impaired advocates are also being paid a reader's allowance @ ₹5000/- per month for a period of 10 years.
Is there any criterion for annual family income?
The combined annual income of the applicant and his/her family from all sources shall not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant should visit the Official Portal- SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal. https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in
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