Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana

What is Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana?

The "Mukhyamantri Kanya Suraksha Yojana (MKSY)" is a welfare initiative by the Government of Bihar to combat female foeticide, improve the sex ratio, and promote birth registration.

Benefit

- ₹2,000/- is invested as a fixed deposit for each eligible girl child. > **Note:** In the event of the girl child’s death, the amount is returned to the Women &amp; Child Development Corporation, Bihar. <br> <br>

Level

State — Bihar

Ministry / Dept.

Social Welfare Department

Benefit type

cash

Key eligibility

1. The Girl must be a resident of Bihar. 1. The Girl child must born on or after November 22, 2007. 1. The family must belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. > Note: A maximum of 2 girl children per family can avail of the benefit.

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Benefits

- ₹2,000/- is invested as a fixed deposit for each eligible girl child. > **Note:** In the event of the girl child’s death, the amount is returned to the Women &amp; Child Development Corporation, Bihar. <br> <br>

Eligibility

Documents Required

How to Apply

1. Step 1: Offline application — step 1

   Step 1: Obtain the application form from the Women & Child Development Corporation or from the local designated government offices. Step 2: Fill out the form with accurate details and attach the required documents. Step 3: Submit the application form to the nearest government office or relevant authority. Step 4: The documents will be verified, and eligible beneficiaries will be informed.

Sources & References

• Official scheme website ↗
• Source record ↗
• Information is summarised from official government sources. Verify all details on the official website before applying.