How has education changed in Lakshadweep since the mid-20th century?

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Lakshadweep Beach on Bangaram Island, Lakshadweep.

Since the mid-20th century, education in Lakshadweep has experienced immense improvement. The territory has successfully expanded access to schooling, with primary and secondary institutions now available throughout the islands.

As a result of these developments, Lakshadweep currently maintains one of the highest literacy rates among all states and territories in India. Furthermore, higher education opportunities have been established through a college affiliated with the University of Calicut in Keralam, which provides students with the ability to pursue baccalaureate degrees across several fields of study.1