The term “differently-abled” refers to individuals with disabilities or impairments that affect their ability to perform certain tasks in daily life. This inclusive term promotes an understanding that people with disabilities possess abilities in areas beyond what traditional norms often define. Tamil Nadu has always been a pioneer in the implementation of welfare schemes for all sections of socially disadvantaged groups. In order to provide effective rehabilitation services to the differently abled persons, during 1993, a separate Directorate for the Rehabilitation of the Differently Abled Persons was formed by bifurcating the Directorate of Social Welfare. A comprehensive State Policy for the Welfare of the Differently Abled Persons was released first time by this Government ... Differently Abled is often described in terms of lack of normal functioning of physical, mental or psychological processes, It is also defined as learning difficulties or difficulties in adjusting socially, which interfaces with a person’s normal growth and development. Government of Tamil Nadu is committed to the all round development of the differently abled persons. Towards achieving this goal, the state Government created a separate department for the differently abled persons during 1993. As a pioneering step, the Government also formulated a comprehensive welfare policy during 1994. The state Government’s endeavour is to create […]
