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Right to Education (Article 21A) and RTE Act

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Inserted by the 86th Amendment, making free and compulsory education a fundamental right for children aged 6–14. The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 operationalizes this, detailing norms for infrastructure, teacher-student ratios, and curricular frameworks. Private schools must reserve 25% seats for economically weaker sections. Enforcement challenges include teacher absenteeism, resource shortages, and variable state capacities. Yet, it has boosted enrollment, especially among marginalized groups. Critics call for qualitative improvements—learning outcomes, teacher training, accountability. RTE showcases India’s resolve to ensure basic education for all, bridging equity gaps in schooling access.

Practice Questions

आपातकाल की घोषणा किस अनुच्छेद के तहत की जा सकती है?

Who was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress?

भारत का राष्ट्रपति किस प्रक्रिया द्वारा चुना जाता है?

राष्ट्रपति की अनुपस्थिति में संसद में किस सत्र को आयोजित किया जाता है?

What is the role of the Election Commission of India?

संविधान के किस अनुच्छेद में मौलिक अधिकारों का विवरण है?

मौलिक अधिकारों की सुरक्षा के लिए नागरिकों को कौन सा अधिकार प्रदान किया गया है?

Which of the following is the right of a citizen under the Indian Constitution?

Who appoints the members of the Election Commission of India?

राज्यसभा की कार्यप्रणाली किस पर आधारित है?