National Youth Day, observed on January 12, commemorates Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary and highlights the critical importance of learning outcomes for India's future. The day emphasizes that education must focus on character-building, independent thinking, and foundational skills like literacy and numeracy, rather than just enrollment. For India's large youth population, quality education is essential for economic growth, social equity, and civic responsibility, necessitating a shift towards outcome-driven learning and addressing learning gaps.