India, March 24 -- Ludhiana 3,723 candidates between the ages of 15 and 80 appeared for the examination under the New India Literacy Programme (NILP), also known as ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram, on Sunday. The exam was conducted in government high and senior secondary schools.

NILP is a five-year programme (2022-2027) which aims to make individuals aged 15 and above literate. It focuses on foundational literacy, numeracy, financial and digital literacy, legal awareness, and healthcare. The programme provides for vocational training and adult education in arts, sciences, and culture.

However, the exam drew complaints from the teachers about its timing and additional workload. Gurpreet Singh, a member of the Democratic Teachers'...