10 Questions
Which year was the Scheme for refugees from Pakistan launched?
2018
What is the aim of the Scheme for refugees from Pakistan?
To provide financial assistance to Hindu and Sikh families
Until when has the scheme been extended?
March 31, 2024
How many eligible families have had their claims settled so far?
903 families
What was one of the obstacles faced by the scheme?
Lack of original documents
What are some reasons why many eligible families have not had their claims settled?
Some individuals were not able to produce original documents such as refugee cards from 1947.
What issues were faced due to corruption in the scheme?
Revenue officials were demanding bribes before clearing the files.
What is the duration of the Scheme for refugees from Pakistan?
The scheme has been extended till March 31, 2024.
How many Hindu and Sikh families migrated to India from Pakistan’s West Punjab after the 1947 partition?
Over 5,000 families.
What is the financial assistance provided by the scheme per family?
₹5.5 lakhs per family.
Test your knowledge about the Scheme for Refugees from Pakistan and learn about the obstacles faced by this initiative. Discover why less claims are being settled and gain insights into the financial assistance provided to Hindu and Sikh families who migrated to India after the 1947 partition.
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