What is the total outlay for the newly launched scheme of the Ministry of Education, New India Literacy Programme, for five years from FYs 2022-2027?

• A. Rs 2156.80 crore
• B. Rs 5000.50 crore
• C. Rs 1037.90 crore
• D. Rs 1748.40 crore

Answer: (C)

Ministry of Education has approved a new scheme named "New India Literacy Programme for the period FYs 2022-2027 to cover all the aspects of Adult Education. The total outlay of the "New India Literacy Programme" is Rs.1037.90 crore for FYs 2022-27.