1. +/- lesson learnt in policy formulation and Strengths and weaknesses
The policy did not consider all the concerns of all the states. Centrally developed policies- Less cooperation from states
Well defined organizational structure is needed
Bureaucratic driven ( less participatory) – moves to participatory and demand driven
Focus on gender equity
Integrated approach need to be developed for delivery literacy programme based on community participation
Involving NGOs and partners ( promotion of partnership)
Policies to reach the un-reached groups

2. Strengthen literacy policy making
Need to set priorities- Nepal –developed targeted programmes with clear priorities, India convergence with other department
Partnership with inter-ministerial and civil societies
Evidences ( qualitative and quantitative) has been used for formulating policies
Coordination between NSO and literacy department in generating data is lacking ( still)

3. Sustainability
Not only vertical partnership, also need to see horizontal partnership
Mobilization of local resources ( financial, materials and human )
Need to develop strategies to motivate learners and teachers
Teachers professional development should also need to be considered
Gender sensitive policies
Minimum competencies to be defined and ensured through various processes.