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There are millions of poor people or families in INDIA. What is our responsibility towards them? Should we help them? How can we help them? This is what the Indian Government have been implement and applied policies in their draft. Know more about Below Poverty Line.

How can I get BPL card?

Beneficiaries, who have applied for BPL cards in the third phase of ration card distribution, are eligible to get the cards on the spot. "People with an income level of less than `1.2 lakh will be issued cards on the spot. The printed version will be dispatched to their address within a week via post,"

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Government Schemes for BPL Families

There are several schemes has introduces over the years by Indian government that have not only helped Indian families improve their financial and social status, but have also contributed to the country’s economy. Listed below are initiatives schemes launched by the government, post-independence.

Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna

Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna

Universal access to banking services at affordable rates for poor citizens.

Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awaas Yojana

Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awaas Yojana

Provides financial assistance to rural poor for constructing their houses themselves.

Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojna

Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojna

Life insurance of Rs. 2 lakh with a premium of Rs. 330 per year.

Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana

Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana

Health insurance to poor (BPL), domestic workers, MGNERGA workers and many other categories as may be identified by the respective states.

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojna

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojna

The scheme primarily ensures equitable share to a girl child in resources and savings of a family in which she is generally discriminated as against a male child.

National Social Assistance scheme

National Social Assistance scheme

Public assistance to its citizens in the case of unemployment, old age, sickness and disablement and in other cases of undeserved want.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Most Asked Questions about Below Poverty Line

1. What to do if I want to get my B.P.L. Ration Card made?

You can get your B.P.L. Ration Card made provided you fulfill the income criteria and other conditions essential for getting the Card made. A yellow Form prescribed for the purpose is to be submitted along with the documents as provided in the procedure.

2. Can I get an A.A.Y. Ration card made along with a B.P.L. Ration Card?

Yes, you can get an A.A.Y Ration Card made along with a B.P.L. Ration Card provided you fulfill the criteria for the card. An A.A.Y. card is issued to the poorest of poor families.

3. Which all commodities am I entitled to draw on a B.P.L. Ration Card?

You are entitled to draw 1kg B.P.L. Sugar per unit, 35 kg B.P.L. Rice and 5 litres Kerosene Oil for One Member 10 litres K. oil for 2 to 3 members, 15 litres K. oil for R. Card containing more than three units and 3 litres K.Oil if you hold a single Gas connection.