Mizoram crossed above 95% literacy rate (98.20% as per PLFS Survey 2023-24) to be considered equivalent to Full literacy as defined by Ministry of Education.
- Earlier, Ladakh became the first administrative unit to declare full functional literacy under ULLAS (Understanding of Lifelong Learning for All in Society).
About Functional Literacy
- Meaning: It refers to the achievement of reading, writing and numeracy skills of a predetermined level.
About ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram or New India Literacy Programme (NILP)
- Defined literates: Learners who can read, write, do basic math, and have digital and financial literacy (not just sign or write their names).
- Type: Centrally Sponsored Scheme aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
- Duration: FY2022-23 to 2026-27.
- Ministry: Ministry of Education.
- Target Group: Adults aged 15 and above from all backgrounds who missed formal schooling.
- Components: Foundational Literacy and Numeracy, Critical Life Skills, Basic Education, Vocational Skills, and Continuing Education.
- Implementation: Through volunteerism, promoting social responsibility and a sense of duty or ‘Kartavya Bodh’.
- Samajik Chetna Kendras are established by utilizing available space in schools, local cultural centres, community halls, etc., with schools acting as the unit of implementation.
- Use of Regional Languages: To access educational content via the DIKSHA Portal and the ULLAS Mobile App/Portal.
- Assessment & Certification: FLNAT (Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test) conducted twice a year—or on demand—at local schools.
