Current Context : Recently, Government of India launched Channel 31 on DTH has been launched specifically for Indian Sign Language (ISL) training, targeted at hearing-impaired students, special educators, and others.

Significance of ISL: Indian Sign Language (ISL) is a well-structured language crucial for communication within the hearing-impaired community.

About PM e-Vidya Scheme

• Launch: The PM e-Vidya Schemewas launched in May 2020 as part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan by the Ministry of Education.
• Objective: to provide multi-mode accessto education through digital, online, and on-air platforms, helping to minimize learning losses.

Key Components:

• DIKSHA(Digital Infrastructure for School Education)
• SWAYAM
• Digitally Accessible Information System (DAISY)
• Virtual Labsand Skilling e-labs