Frequently Asked Questions

Aayushman Vidhya Society (AVS) is a government-registered non-profit organization headquartered in Jaipur, Rajasthan, established in 2025 under the Rajasthan Societies Registration Act, 1958 (Registration No. COOP/2025/JAIPUR/500734). We build and publish free, evidence-based health education resources in English, Hindi, and Sanskrit — making reliable health knowledge accessible to every Indian community, from urban hospitals to rural villages. Explore our health library →

AVS operates three active programs: (1) Health Literacy Program — publishing 150+ free health guides covering nutrition, disease prevention, AYUSH, climate health, and mental wellness; (2) Digital Health Initiative — building India's first trilingual health education platform that is WCAG 2.2 AA accessible, open-access with no login or paywall; (3) Community Health Infrastructure — conducting workshops across rural Rajasthan, participating in the World Health Summit 2025, and training frontline health workers. View all programs →

AVS is headquartered in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India — one of the fastest-growing hubs for social impact organizations in the country. Our community health workshops have been conducted across rural Rajasthan, reaching underserved populations in districts where health misinformation is most prevalent. Our digital health education platform serves users nationwide and internationally. We represented Indian communities at the World Health Summit 2025 in New Delhi, engaging with health policy leaders from 100+ countries.

Jaipur has a vibrant ecosystem of NGOs contributing to health and education. Smile Foundation (est. 2002) runs healthcare and education programs across 25+ states and was honoured as "Most Inspiring NGO of the Year." Akshaya Patra Foundation serves millions of nutritious mid-day meals to school children, tackling malnutrition at scale. Bhoruka Charitable Trust (est. 1962) empowers rural communities through health and livelihood programs. PUSHP (est. 2008) works on health awareness, women's empowerment, and digital education in rural Rajasthan. Aayushman Vidhya Society (est. 2025) brings a unique approach to this landscape — providing India's first trilingual health education platform with 150+ free resources in English, Hindi, and Sanskrit, specifically designed to counter health misinformation in underserved communities.

Rajasthan's NGO sector includes established organizations like Gram Chetna Kendra (rural development since 1986), Surman Sansthan (children and women's welfare), and RK Sansthan (health and education since 1982). While these organizations focus on service delivery — clinics, schools, and shelters — Aayushman Vidhya Society addresses a different gap: health literacy and misinformation. Our approach is complementary, not competitive. We publish evidence-based health guides, build a trilingual digital platform, and train communities to distinguish reliable health information from misinformation. We're the only registered society in Rajasthan offering health education content in Sanskrit alongside Hindi and English.

Yes. Aayushman Vidhya Society is officially registered under the Rajasthan Societies Registration Act, 1958 with the Registrar of Cooperative Societies (Registration No. COOP/2025/JAIPUR/500734). We operate with a democratically elected Managing Committee, maintain transparent financial governance with dual-signatory controls, and hold all funds in a nationalized bank. Our 80G certification under the Income Tax Act further confirms our legitimacy as a charitable organization.

Before donating to any NGO in India, you should verify: (1) Registration certificate — check if the organization is registered under the Societies Registration Act, Indian Trusts Act, or Section 8 of the Companies Act; (2) 80G/12A certificates — legitimate charitable organizations have these Income Tax certifications; (3) PAN and bank details — registered NGOs operate through nationalized banks with institutional accounts; (4) Annual reports and audits — transparent organizations publish financial reports. You can verify Aayushman Vidhya Society's credentials on our transparency page — including our registration number (COOP/2025/JAIPUR/500734), 80G certificate, and governance structure.

Aayushman Vidhya Society is governed by a democratically elected Managing Committee with 2-year terms, supervised by a General Body of members. Our financial governance includes annual audits by certified auditors, dual-signatory controls on all expenditures, and all funds held in a nationalized bank with mandatory spending limits. Our registered mandate covers 16 programme areas — from preventive healthcare and nutrition education to health technology and traditional medicine preservation.

Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961 allows Indian taxpayers to claim deductions on donations made to registered charitable organizations. Not all NGOs qualify — the organization must apply for and receive 80G certification from the Income Tax Department, which confirms it meets strict governance and financial transparency standards. In Jaipur, several reputable NGOs hold 80G certification, including Smile Foundation, Bhoruka Charitable Trust, and Aayushman Vidhya Society. When you donate to AVS, your contribution is eligible for tax deduction under this section. 80G receipts are available upon request via email.

Yes. Aayushman Vidhya Society is certified under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. All donations made to us are eligible for tax deduction. 80G tax receipts are available upon request via email. This means your donation not only supports free health education for underserved communities but also provides you with a tax benefit. Donate now →

You can support us through our Support page. We accept donations via bank transfer and online payment methods. Every rupee goes directly to health education — publishing free resources, conducting community workshops across rural Rajasthan, and building India's first trilingual health education platform. 80G tax-deductible receipts are available upon request via email. Even ₹500 can help publish a new health guide that reaches thousands.

Yes. Under the Companies Act 2013, companies meeting specified criteria must spend 2% of average net profit on CSR activities. Health education, preventive healthcare, and rural development are eligible CSR categories. Aayushman Vidhya Society offers structured CSR partnerships — from sponsoring health education campaigns in specific districts to co-creating multilingual health resources for corporate wellness programs. Our 80G certification ensures your CSR contributions are tax-efficient. Contact us for a CSR proposal →

India faces a critical health literacy gap — according to WHO, low health literacy is linked to higher mortality, more hospitalizations, and poorer management of chronic diseases. In rural India, this gap is compounded by limited access to healthcare providers, widespread health misinformation on social media, and language barriers (most health content is in English only). A farmer may quit TB medication because a WhatsApp video promised a herbal cure. A family may sell their land to treat a disease that basic awareness could have prevented. Aayushman Vidhya Society exists to close this gap — providing free, evidence-based health resources in Hindi, English, and Sanskrit, specifically designed for communities where misinformation is most dangerous.

AYUSH stands for Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy — India's traditional and complementary medicine systems recognized by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. These ancient systems, particularly Ayurveda (rooted in Sanskrit texts like the Charaka Samhita), offer valuable preventive and wellness perspectives. However, integrating AYUSH with modern evidence-based medicine requires careful, accurate information — not misinformation. Aayushman Vidhya Society's health library covers AYUSH topics alongside modern medicine, presenting both systems honestly and helping readers understand where traditional practices complement — and where they should not replace — modern treatment.

Aayushman Vidhya Society's entire health library is available in Hindi (हिन्दी) at no cost, with no login or registration required. Our digital health platform offers 150+ articles covering nutrition, disease prevention, mental health, AYUSH, climate health, and women's health — all reviewed for medical accuracy and written in clear, accessible language. The platform is built mobile-first, so it works well even on basic smartphones with slow internet connections. We're one of the few health education NGOs in India publishing comprehensive health content in Hindi alongside English and Sanskrit.

Trustworthy health information should be: (1) Evidence-based — citing peer-reviewed research, WHO guidelines, or government health data; (2) Transparent about authorship — clearly stating who wrote and reviewed the content; (3) Free of commercial bias — not funded by pharmaceutical or supplement companies; (4) Regularly updated — medical knowledge evolves, and content should reflect current evidence; (5) Accessible — available in local languages and readable by non-specialists. Aayushman Vidhya Society follows all five principles across our 150+ published resources, and our platform is completely free with no advertisements or commercial partnerships influencing content.

We publish all our health education resources in three languages: English, Hindi (हिन्दी), and Sanskrit (संस्कृतम्). This makes us India's first trilingual health education platform. Hindi ensures we reach the broadest possible Indian audience. Sanskrit is included because Ayurveda's foundational texts — the Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and Ashtanga Hridaya — are in Sanskrit. By publishing health content in Sanskrit, we preserve the bridge between ancient Indian medical wisdom and modern evidence-based healthcare. Browse the multilingual library →

Yes, 100% free — always. All 150+ health education resources in our library are completely free, open-access, and require no login, registration, or payment. We do not run advertisements. We do not sell user data. We believe health knowledge is a fundamental right, not a privilege. Our platform is built mobile-first, loads fast on 3G connections, and follows WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards so that people with disabilities can access health information equally.

We welcome volunteers from across India and internationally who are passionate about health education, medical writing, translation (especially Hindi and Sanskrit), community outreach, graphic design, and web development. Whether you're a medical professional who can review health content, a student who wants field experience in public health, or a developer who can contribute to our open-access platform — there's a role for you. Even 2 hours a month makes a meaningful difference. Apply to volunteer →

While AVS is headquartered in Jaipur, Rajasthan, our impact extends nationally and globally. Our digital health education platform is accessible worldwide, and our content is used by Indian diaspora communities seeking reliable Hindi-language health information. In 2025, we represented Indian communities at the World Health Summit in New Delhi — one of the world's largest global health conferences — engaging with health policy leaders, researchers, and NGOs from 100+ countries. Our commitment is to make every Indian community health-literate, regardless of geography.

In India, non-profit organizations can be registered under three legal structures: (1) Society — registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (or state-specific acts like Rajasthan's 1958 Act), ideal for membership-based organizations with democratic governance; (2) Trust — registered under the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, managed by trustees with more centralized decision-making; (3) Section 8 Company — registered under the Companies Act, 2013, with the most rigorous compliance requirements. "NGO" is a general term that covers all three. Aayushman Vidhya Society is a registered society under the Rajasthan Societies Registration Act, 1958, which ensures democratic governance through elected committees and public accountability.

Not all health NGOs offer tax deductions. Only organizations with 80G certification from the Income Tax Department can issue receipts that qualify for tax deductions under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Additionally, organizations with 12A registration enjoy income tax exemption on their surplus. Before donating, always ask the NGO for their 80G certificate number and validity dates. Aayushman Vidhya Society holds valid 80G certification — every donation you make to us is eligible for tax deduction. 80G receipts are available upon request via email. Support our mission →

Our official registered name is Aayushman Vidhya Society — spelled with double "a" (Aayushman) and "dh" (Vidhya). These spellings reflect the original Sanskrit pronunciation: आयुष्मान् (Āyuṣmān, meaning "blessed with long life") and विद्या (Vidyā, meaning "knowledge"). The more common Hindi transliterations "Ayushman" and "Vidya" are also widely recognized, and both refer to the same organization. Whether you search for "Ayushman Vidya Society," "Aayushman Vidhya Society," or simply "AVS," you'll find us at aayushmanvidhyasociety.org. Our domain name uses the Sanskrit-accurate spelling to honor the tradition our health education is rooted in.

Aayushman Vidhya Society is a health education NGO registered as a society under the Rajasthan Societies Registration Act, 1958. Unlike service-delivery NGOs that run hospitals or clinics, we are a knowledge NGO — we create and distribute free, evidence-based health education content in three languages. Our focus is on closing India's health literacy gap through digital health resources, community workshops, and multilingual publishing. As a registered NGO in Jaipur, Rajasthan, we operate with full government recognition, 80G tax-exempt status, and transparent democratic governance. Our 16 registered programme areas span preventive healthcare, nutrition education, de-addiction support, climate health, AYUSH integration, and health technology.

To find legitimate health and education NGOs in Jaipur: (1) Check the NGO Darpan portal (ngo.india.gov.in) maintained by NITI Aayog — this is the government's official registry of verified NGOs across India; (2) Verify 80G certification for tax-deductible donations — only certified NGOs can issue valid tax receipts; (3) Look for transparent governance — legitimate NGOs publish annual reports, audit statements, and governance structures; (4) Check registration details — every registered society has a registration number verifiable with the Registrar of Societies. Aayushman Vidhya Society (Reg. No. COOP/2025/JAIPUR/500734) meets all these criteria and publishes its governance and financial information on our transparency page.