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International Literacy Day 2024
- 10 Sep 2024
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Recently, the Vice-President of India emphasized the transformative power of literacy at the International Literacy Day (ILD) 2024 celebrations held in New Delhi, urging a nationwide commitment to enhance education and celebrate linguistic diversity.
- The Vice-President praised the National Education Policy, 2020 for its potential to empower youth and recognize linguistic diversity. During the event, the ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) DTH Channel was introduced to reach learners in remote areas, bridging literacy gaps.
- The roots of ILD trace back to the 1965 World Conference of Ministers of Education on the Eradication of Illiteracy in Tehran, Iran, which sparked the idea of a day dedicated to promoting literacy globally.
- UNESCO officially declared 8th September as International Literacy Day during its 14th General Conference in 1967, and the world celebrated this special day for the first time that year, marking the beginning of a significant global observance.
- ILD 2024 Theme: “Promoting multilingual education: Literacy for mutual understanding and peace.”
- Key Initiatives Related to Literacy in India: New India Literacy Programme, Saakshar Bharat, and Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan
Read more: MoE Defines Literacy under NILP
