Context
Chandigarh has been declared a fully literate Union Territory, marking a significant achievement in education.
Meaning of Fully Literate Status
- A region is considered fully literate when nearly all adults possess basic reading and writing skills.
- Literacy initiatives focus on adult education and foundational learning.
Significance
- Improves human capital and employment prospects.
- Strengthens social development indicators.
- Reflects the success of education and literacy programmes implemented by the government.
