Facts for Prelims
Source: PIB
Context: The government has launched a new Centrally Sponsored Scheme namely, the “New India Literacy Programme” (NILP) for implementation during five years from the FYs 2022-23 to 2026-27
| About the Scheme | Description |
| Implementation | 5 years from FYs 2022-23 to 2026-27 |
| Target | All Non-literates aged 15 years and above, with a target of 5.00 crore beneficiaries |
| Components | Foundational Literacy and Numeracy, Critical Life Skills, Vocational Skills Development, Basic Education, Continuing Education |
| Identification | Door-to-door survey on Mobile App, direct registration through the mobile app |
| Teaching Method | Volunteerism, technology-based and predominantly online |
| Teaching Material | Teaching resources available on the DIKSHA platform of NCERT, dissemination through TV, Radio, Samajik Chetna Kendra |
