SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 31

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 17 Feb 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q31

In which year did the New India Literacy Programme begin?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 2022-23.

  • The New India Literacy Programme is planned for implementation over five years, from FY 2022-23 to FY 2026-27.
  • The total financial outlay is ₹1,037.90 crore, with ₹700 crore as the Central share and ₹337.90 crore as the State share.
  • The scheme targets 5 crore non-literates aged 15 years and above.
  • It has five key components:
    • Foundational Literacy and Numeracy
    • Critical Life Skills
    • Vocational Skills Development
    • Basic Education
    • Continuing Education
  • The scheme is technology-based and mainly implemented online.Teaching and learning materials are available on NCERT’s DIKSHA platform and can be accessed via mobile apps.