National 30 October 2026
Dyslexia Awareness Month Observed Globally Throughout October
Why in the News?
**Dyslexia Awareness Month** is observed annually from **October 1 to October 31** to foster understanding, encourage early identification, and highlight the unique learning strengths of individuals with dyslexia.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Key Events & Milestones:
- **World Dyslexia Day:** Celebrated globally on **October 8** every year.
- **NCERT & DIKSHA Launch:** Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET-NCERT) launched an online training course on **Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD)** on the DIKSHA platform on October 31, 2026, to empower teachers and drive inclusive education across India.
- **Global Outreach:** Virtual events, webinars, and screenings (such as *LEFT BEHIND*) were hosted globally by international advocacy groups like Learning Ally.
- Core Focus Areas:
- **Myth-Busting:** Dispelling common misconceptions that dyslexia is related to vision impairment or lower intelligence.
- **Early Intervention:** Encouraging timely psycho-educational assessments and tailored pedagogical interventions in schools.
- **Neurodiversity & Inclusion:** Embracing neurodiverse ways of learning, processing information, and creative problem-solving.
Static GK Facts:
- NCERT (National Council of Educational Research and Training):
- Formed: **September 1, 1961** | Headquarters: New Delhi.
- Director: Prof. Dinesh Prasad Saklani.
- DIKSHA (Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing):
- National portal for school education initiated by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
- Dyslexia: A neurological condition/learning disability that affects reading, spelling, writing, and phonological processing skills.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: During which month is Dyslexia Awareness Month observed globally every year?
A: October (October 1 to 31)
Q: On which date is World Dyslexia Day celebrated globally?
A: October 8
Q: Which Indian organization launched an online course on Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) on the DIKSHA platform?
A: CIET-NCERT
Q: In which year was the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) established?
A: 1961 (Headquarters: New Delhi)
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