This report represents elements of 105 replies received from UNESCO Member States to the International Bureau of Education (IBE) questionnaire. The report does not always reproduce the complete answers given, and the extracts presented are usually presented in the language used in the relevant answer. The report begins with a list of member countries and a list of subjects covered in the questionnaire. Replies are arranged by topic: (1) definitions of terms such as "illiterate" and "functional illiterate"; (2) current trends in enrollment for primary education and adult education; (3) national plans concerning basic education; (4) partners in the literacy process (including educational establishments, involvement of the army, participation of public and private organizations, and financing of literacy activities); (5) program content and literacy methods; and (6) international cooperation and the role of UNESCO. (RS)