What is the amount of financial assistance provided per month to female students studying in government schools under the Tamil Nadu Pudhumai Penn Scheme, launched by the Government of Tamil Nadu in 2023?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. ₹1,000 per month.
Under the Tamil Nadu Pudhumai Penn Scheme (2023), the government provides ₹1,000 per month as financial assistance to female students studying in Classes 6 to 12 in government schools.
Key Details:
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Objective: Encourage girls' education, reduce dropout rates, and support economically disadvantaged families.
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Eligibility: Girls enrolled in government or government-aided schools.
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Additional Benefit: A one-time incentive of ₹1,000 for purchasing study materials.
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Mode of Disbursement: Direct transfer to students' bank accounts.
This initiative aims to promote gender equality in education and empower young women in Tamil Nadu.