Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT) to be Conducted Nationwide Under ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram

• The Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Ministry of Education, Government of India, is set to conduct the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT) as part of the ULLAS
• Approximately 37 lakh learners will appear for this important nationwide assessment from 23 states

FLNAT: Assessing Foundational Skills and Promoting Literacy for All

• The Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT) is a key part of the New India Literacy Program (ULLAS), a government initiative focused on Education for All. FLNAT evaluates basic reading, writing, and numeracy skills to identify areas where adults can improve.

Testing and Certification

• The test is conducted in all participating districts at government schools and education training centers.
• Importantly, the FLNAT is offered in regional languages, aligning with the National Education Policy's emphasis on multilingualism.
• Adults who successfully pass the assessment receive a certificate from the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), recognizing their achievement in foundational literacy and numeracy.

ULLAS: Empowering Adults through Education

• ULLAS, a centrally sponsored scheme running from 2022-2027, aims to empower adults aged 15 and above.
• The program goes beyond basic literacy and numeracy, also fostering critical life skills and a love for lifelong learning.
• ULLAS utilizes volunteers to promote social responsibility and provides access to educational resources in regional languages through the DIKSHA Portal and ULLAS mobile app.

Prelims Takeaway

• ULLAS
• FLNAT