The objective is to provide social security to the immediate dependents of the deceased by offering financial assistance following the sudden death of a member of a poor family in Bihar.

The applicant must be a resident of Bihar, a family member or dependent of the deceased, and the deceased must have died in an accident or a criminal incident (if aged 18-60 years). The deceased should belong to a poor family.

No, there are no age restrictions if the deceased died in an accident. However, if the death was due to a criminal incident, the deceased should have been between 18 and 60 years of age.

No, the scheme does not cover cases of suicide. The grant is not provided in such cases.

The scheme provides a one-time grant of ₹20,000/- to the family or close relative of the deceased.

Yes, if more than one member of the same family dies in an accident, the grant will be provided for all the deceased, including any deceased children.

The applicant must submit documents proving their relationship to the deceased, death certificate, proof of residence, and any other required documents specified by the authorities.

To apply, you must submit an application on plain paper along with the required documents to the office of the Sub-Divisional Officer.

Grievances can be lodged with the Block Development Officer, Sub-divisional Office, Assistant Director, District Social Security Cell/District Child Protection Unit, Director, Social Security Office, or the Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary/Secretary of the Social Welfare Department.

No, the deceased must have been a resident of Bihar for their family to be eligible for the benefit.

The scheme is fully funded by the State Government of Bihar.

Yes, applicants can file a grievance with the relevant authorities if their application is rejected.