Second Fully Literate State

Second Fully Literate State: Recently, Goa became the second state in India to achieve 100% functional literacy, surpassing the national benchmark of 95% and marking a major milestone in the country’s literacy mission.

o Achieved under the ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme).

• About ULLAS : Launched in 2022 as a centrally sponsored scheme by the Ministry of Education.

o Aims to achieve universal literacy in India by 2030, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

o Focuses on inclusive learning for adults aged 15 years and above who missed out on formal education.

o Five Core Components of the Scheme: Foundational Literacy and Numeracy

ü Critical Life Skills

ü Basic Education

ü Vocational Skills

ü Continuing Education

• Nationwide Impact of the ULLAS Scheme: Over 2.40 crore learners and 41 lakh volunteer teachers are registered on the ULLAS Mobile App.

o More than 1.77 crore learners have participated in the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT).

o Goa's achievement in full functional literacy is a model of progress, highlighting the power of public participation, effective governance, and community-driven efforts.