The right of children to free and compulsory education act
The act makes it compulsory for state funded schools to provide free
education to every child between the age of 6 and 14 years. It being a
fundamental free education by a school, either a parent or the child himself /
herself can approach the Supreme Court under article 32 of the constitution. It
is also a statutory right, which allows parents and children to approach their
nearest taluk or district.
The Act also maintains that no child can be held back, expelled or be
required to pass a board examination until he/she completes elementary
education. In so far as infrastructure is concerned, the Act requires schools
(where there is an issue) to improve within three years, or else face being
derecognized. The Act mandates a fixed student teacher ratio and allots 25 per
cent reservation for underprivileged students.
