Post by: Rajot on June 02, 2025, 07:50:11 PM
The PLFS 2023-24 reveals India's overall literacy rate at 80.9% for those aged seven and above, with Mizoram leading at 98.2%. Significant disparities persist across states, gender, and urban-rural divides. Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan have the lowest literacy rates, while Rajasthan exhibits the widest gender gap, highlighting the need for focused interventions in education.Source: India clears literacy exam with 80.9%, but gender & urban-rural gaps remain (https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-clears-literacy-exam-with-80-9-but-gender-urban-rural-gaps-remain/articleshow/121580031.cms)