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ULLAS Scheme: Uttarakhand Becomes Sixth Fully Literate State

11 July 20261 min read
GOVERNMENT SCHEMESULLAS Scheme:UttarakhandBecomes Sixth FullyLiterate State11 July 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Uttarakhand joined the states that have crossed the literacy mark set under the adult-learning programme.

Key facts

  • News: Uttarakhand is the 6th fully literate State.
  • Also in the 2026 95%+ list: Andaman and Nicobar Islands (UT) and Sikkim.
  • Ministry: Education; nodal wing: DoSEL.

About ULLAS

  • Expansion: Understanding of Lifelong Learning for All in Society; alias Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram.
  • Teaches adults basic reading, arithmetic and job skills; goal 5 crore learners.

FLNAT

  • Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test, held twice a year.
  • Checks reading, writing, numeracy and digital skills.

Exam angle

  • Entry age 15+; target 5 crore learners by 2027.

Test yourself

1. Which state was declared India's sixth fully literate State under ULLAS in July 2026?

The notes say Uttarakhand was declared the 6th fully literate State.

2. ULLAS is also known by which name?

ULLAS is also called Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram.

3. Under ULLAS, how often is the FLNAT conducted?

The assessment test is conducted twice every year.

This topic is part of Daily Current Affairs 11 July 2026 (14 topics).

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