Does growth in literacy correspond to growth in development?
1. Introduction
2. What is Literacy?
3. How growth in literacy correspond to the growth in development
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It produces a valuable human capital
In results in widespread knowledge and information
It sparks scientific, and economic advancements
It strengthens democratic culture and ensures political stability
It produces dynamic and educated leadership
It brings efficiency in institutions and ensures good governance
4. Case studies to prove that growth in literacy promote development
a. Singapore
b. South Korea
c. Europe
5. Problems associated with poor literacy other than development
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Poverty
Crime
Intolerance
Overpopulation
Gender inequality
6. Case studies to prove that poor literacy results in poor development
a. Pakistan (literacy rate less than 60%)
b. African nations
7. Factors behind poor literacy rate in Pakistan
a. Dismal allocation of GDP on education (less than 2Pc)
b. Lack of political will and inconsistency in policy implementation
c. Poverty
8. Suggestions to promote literacy in order to promote development
a. Investment in education
b. Financial incentive to improve the rate of enrolment
c. Use of internet and digital forums to deal outreach problems
d. Collaboration between centre and provinces and NGOs
9. Conclusion