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🗞️ Why in News?
✅ Goa has become the first fully literate state under the ULLAS programme, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey toward 100% literacy by 2030.
The programme reflects India’s commitment to inclusive and lifelong education, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4) and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
📘 What is ULLAS?
ULLAS stands for Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme running from 2022 to 2027, targeting non-literate adults (15+ years) who missed access to formal education.
🎯 Aim:
To build a literate, skilled, and self-reliant India through inclusive, technology-integrated learning programs.
🔑 Key Objectives of ULLAS
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Promote foundational literacy and numeracy
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Encourage critical thinking and essential life skills
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Facilitate nation-building through education
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Empower adults with vocational and digital skills
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Foster a sense of Kartavya Bodh (sense of duty) and volunteerism
🧩 Five Key Components of ULLAS
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Foundational Literacy & Numeracy
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills for adult learners. -
Critical Life Skills
Health awareness, financial literacy, disaster preparedness, and civic duties. -
Basic Education
Content equivalent to Class 3 to Class 8 levels. -
Vocational Skills Development
Short-term skill-based training for employment and entrepreneurship. -
Continuing Education
Includes digital literacy, legal literacy, environmental education, and more.
📲 Technology Integration in ULLAS
1. ULLAS Mobile App
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Enables registration of learners and volunteers
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Supports real-time data tracking and surveys
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Promotes community participation
2. DIKSHA Portal
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Central platform for free learning resources
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Content curated by NCERT
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Available in multiple regional languages
🌟 Vision of the Programme
“Jan Saakshar Bharat” – A fully literate, empowered, and participative society.
The ULLAS programme embodies the principles of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas, reinforcing education as a fundamental duty and right.
🔍 Relevance for Government Exams
This topic is highly important for UPSC, State PCS, SSC, and teaching-related exams. Focus on:
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Objectives and components of ULLAS
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Role of technology in literacy campaigns
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Alignment with NEP 2020 & SDGs
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Goa’s achievement under the scheme
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