Recently, Mizoram became India’s first fully literate state.
- To achieve full literacy in Mizoram, the ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme) was implemented.
- Ladakh was the first administrative unit to declare full literacy on 24th June 2024.
Mizoram’s Literacy Progress
- According to the 2011 Census, Mizoram had a 91.33% literacy rate, ranking third in India.
- According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey ( PFLS , 2023-24), Mizoram’s literacy rate was 98.20%.
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About Functional Literacy
- Functional literacy means having basic skills in reading, writing, and math to handle everyday tasks.
- Importance: It helps people read signs, fill forms, manage money, understand health-related information, and participate in society.
About ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram
- ULLAS, also known as the New India Literacy Programme (NILP), is a centrally sponsored scheme.
- Aligned with NEP (2020): It is aligned with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
- Volunteer Driven: This scheme is volunteer-driven and promotes the spirit of Jan Jan Saakshar (Literacy for All) and is based on the spirit of Kartavya Bodh.
- Target Group: The scheme focuses on educating adults aged 15 years and above who missed out on formal schooling.
- Main Goal: To promote functional literacy, including basic reading, writing, and numeracy.
- It also seeks to develop critical life skills and a culture of lifelong learning.
- Budget Outay: The financial outlay of “ULLAS is Rs.1037.90 crore.
- It includes Central share of Rs.700 crore and State share of Rs.337.90 crore respectively.
- Five key components:
- Foundational Literacy and Numeracy – Ensuring basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
- Critical Life Skills – Providing knowledge on financial literacy, digital skills, health awareness, etc.
- Basic Education – Equivalency programs covering primary, middle, and secondary levels.
- Vocational Skills – Training in livelihood-related skills to promote self-sufficiency.
- Continuing Education – Advanced learning opportunities for personal growth.
- OTLAS: Learning is supported through the Online Teaching, Learning and Assessment System (OTLAS).
- Digital Support and Technology Use
- OTLAS is a digital platform developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC).
- Educational content is made available in regional languages via:
- DIKSHA Portal
- ULLAS Mobile App and Web Portal
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