Question

Identify the correct statements regarding the Padavukal scheme and Snehitha initiative.

1. The Padavukala scheme provides financial aid for tuition and hostel fees for children of widowed women studying in professional courses.
2. The Padavukal scheme has an annual family income limit of Rs. 3 lakhs for beneficiaries.
3. Snehitha is a support initiative by Kudumbashree offering assistance to women and children in distress.
4. Snehitha provides long-term residential care facilities only.

• A. All
• B. 2, 3
• C. 1, 2, 3
• D. 1, 4

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 1, 2, 3

• The Padavukala scheme aims to secure the educational future of children from widowed women by assisting with tuition and hostel fees for professional courses, provided the family's annual income does not exceed Rs. 3 lakhs.

• Snehitha, a comprehensive support initiative by Kudumbashree, extends a range of services to women and children facing distress, including short stay homes, counselling, legal and medical assistance, and rehabilitation, demonstrating a multi-faceted approach to welfare.