what is pwd category

PWD stands for "Person with Disabilities". It refers to individuals who have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. The PWD category is a reservation category for individuals with disabilities in various fields, including education, employment, and government services. The PWD category is further divided into different types of disabilities, including blindness, low-vision, hearing impairment, psychosocial disability, disability caused by chronic illness, learning disability, mental illness, and others. To avail of the benefits of the PWD category, individuals need to obtain a PwD certificate, which certifies the type and extent of their disability. The certificate is required to apply for various schemes and benefits available to persons with disabilities.