Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT): it is a national level test to evaluate the reading, writing, and numeracy abilities of learners. Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT) under New India Literacy Programme is also important for UPSC Prelims Exam 2023 and UPSC Mains Exam (GS Paper 2- Various Government Policies and Programs for development of different sectors like human resources and education).
On March 19th, 2023, the first Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT) was administered in 10 states across the country under Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme ).
Under the 1st Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT), the evaluation for individuals who are non-literate was carried out in government or aided schools located in states and union territories.
More than 22.70 lakh learners, including non-literates aged 15 and above, participated in the FLNAT event with the goal of achieving literacy upon passing the assessment.
The DIKSHA platform of NCERT is promoting the use of local languages for online learning and encouraging learners to access learning content through this platform.
The Indian government has approved the Nav Bharat Saaksharata Karyakram for implementation during the fiscal years 2022-2027, in accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
New India Literacy Program (NLIP)/ Nav Bharat Saaksharata Karyakram aims to bring under the purview of literacy not only foundational literacy and numeracy but also other components which are necessary for a citizen of 21st century such as-
New India Literacy Programme (NILP)
FLNAT is an assessment test designed to evaluate the reading, writing, and numeracy abilities of learners who are enrolled in the Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram.
Any individual aged 15 and above who is a non-literate can take the FLNAT.
The purpose of the FLNAT is to assess the literacy and numeracy skills of learners enrolled in the Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram, with the aim of achieving the goal of 100% literacy in the country.
The FLNAT is administered in government or aided schools located in states and union territories throughout the country.
Learners who pass the FLNAT are declared literate and can move on to further education or training.
The Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram consists of five components: Foundational Literacy and Numeracy, Critical Life Skills, Basic Education, Vocational Skills, and Continuing Education.
No, the FLNAT is not a one-time assessment. Learners who do not pass the test can continue to receive support through the Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram until they achieve literacy.
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