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Lesson Pre-conditions of Development
2.2

FACTS Pre-conditions of development are the requirements to be
to Understand fulfilled before starting and development activities to make
it smooth, durable, cheaper, qualitative and on time.

Preconditions of development mean the favorable conditions prepared before the
developmental activities carried out. In other words preconditions of development
refer to something needed like positive and appropriate environment as prior condition
for the development. It makes the development activities fruitful, durable and
eco-friendly, preconditions are essential. The conditions or elements are required
before starting or carrying out any development activities smoothly are known as pre
conditions of development. There are many such condition to be fulfilled before any
development work. Some of them are given below:

Literacy

The word 'literacy' means the ability to read and write. A person who is able to read
and write and know the use of simple calculation is known as Literate. Literacy is
essential in our life. It is a medium of empowerment. A person can gain knowledge
on social, economic, cultural and political aspects. His /her potentiality can be
realized and it raises the status by sharpening skills and thoughts, encouraging
people’s participation, social good will and cooperation and help in development of an
individual and the nation.

According to census BS 2068 the literacy rate of Nepal is 65.9%. It has increased
than before. In 2058 BS the literacy rate was only 54.1%. It shows that the pace of
development is gradual in the country. The traditional concept of literacy has been
changed. The concept of literacy depends on 3R’s, like Reading, Writing and Rate
Calculation (arithmetic). Nowadays, only 3R’s is not considered enough to be literate,
So 7R’s are considered essential. They are Reading, Writing, Rate calculation, Rights,
Responsibilities, Relationships and Recreation. It shows that reading, writing and
simple mathematical calculation is required but one needs to utilize rights, bear
responsibilities properly to the family and society, develop relationship among the
members in a community or society and take an active part in various social functions,
events and recreational activities to get happiness in life. Thus literacy is related with
the opportunity to be achieved for developing the internal talent. It is the means of
empowerment and enhances confidence.
The literacy program started from the Gurukul Education System in the past. The
following table shows the increment in literacy:
Census in BS Male Female Total (In percent)
2058 65.5 42.8 54.1
2068 75.1 57.4 65.9

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