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Tripura Becomes India’s Third Fully Literate State
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Tripura has been officially declared a fully literate state under the Ullas–Nav Bharat SakshartaKaryakram, achieving a literacy rate of 95.6% as per NEP 2020 benchmarks.
Tripura's Milestone Achievement
- Tripura is the third state in India, after Goa and Mizoram, to be recognised as fully literate under national standards.
- The benchmark is 95% literacy among individuals aged 15 years and above.
- Tripura's literacy rate improved from 24% in 1961 to 95.6% in 2024.
Role of Ullas – Nav Bharat SakshartaKaryakram
- Implemented under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Ullas scheme targets non-literate youth and adults aged 15 and above.
- It focuses on foundational literacy and numeracy, life skills, and basic education for all.
- The scheme is part of a digital and volunteer-driven literacy movement, ensuring inclusive learning access.
Wider Policy Implications and Link to NEP 2020
- NEP 2020 promotes lifelong learning and adult education as key components.
- The literacy drive supports the goal of achieving universal foundational literacy by 2025.
- The programme strengthens India’s commitment to SDG 4 (Quality Education) by ensuring equitable access to education at all ages.
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