Why is it in the news?

• The Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), under the Ministry of Education, conducted the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT) across 23 states.

About FLNAT

• FLNAT is a nationwide assessment test conducted as part of the Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society (ULLAS) initiative.
• The test aims to evaluate the foundational literacy and numeracy skills of registered non-literate learners aged 15 and above.
• Conducted in the learners’ regional language, aligning with the multilingual focus of the National Education Policy 2020.
• Subjects Covered: Reading, Writing, and Numeracy, each carrying 50 marks, totalling 150 marks.
• Certification: Successful candidates receive a certificate from the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS).
• In 2023, FLNAT was conducted twice, in March and September.

ULLAS Initiative

• Its aim is to revolutionize education and literacy by creating a learning ecosystem accessible to all individuals, addressing gaps in basic literacy and critical life skills.
• Target: Citizens aged 15 and above who missed the opportunity for formal schooling.
• Curriculum: Includes basic education, digital and financial literacy, and other essential life skills.