CURRENT AFFAIRS
CURRENT AFFAIRS
Description
According to the Union Ministry of Education, the Union Territory of Ladakh has achieved complete functional literacy through the ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram programme. Ladakh presently has over 97% literacy. Lieutenant Governor Dr. B.D Mishra announced the milestone on June 25, 2024, at an event at the Sindhu Sanskritik Kendra (SSK) in Leh.
ULLAS—Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram
Overview- ULLAS (Understanding of Lifelong Learning for All in Society) is a centrally supported plan that will be implemented from 2022-23 to 2026-27. It coincides with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and focuses on adult education and lifelong learning.
Beneficiaries- Over 77 lakh people have benefited nationwide. The ULLAS Mobile App has enrolled 1.29 crore students and 35 lakh volunteer teachers.
Scheme Outlay- The overall scheme budget is Rs.1037.90 crore, of which the Government of India contributes Rs.700 crore and the states contribute Rs 337.90 crore.
Aim and target- Targets nonliterates aged 15 and up in all states and union territories. The goal is to achieve five crore learners, or one crore each year.
Implementation- It was carried out online via the ULLAS app, with volunteer teachers.
Scheme Components
Foundational literacy and numeracy include the ability to read, write, and count.
Critical life skills include digital, legal, and financial literacy, healthcare knowledge, childcare and education, and family welfare, among others.
Basic Education- Education up to the secondary level (grades 9-12).
Vocational Skills- The development of skills necessary for employment.
Continuing Education refers to ongoing educational possibilities.
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