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    Right To Education (RTE) was a watershed moment in

    Indian education. Which of the following is/are correct about RTE A.    It is a Fundamental Right under the constitution B.    Provides free and compulsory education of all children in the age group of six to twelve years C.   On its basis, RTE act 2009 was formulated which came into force from 2010
    A Only A Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only A and B Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only A and C Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only B and C Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Constitution (Eighty-sixth Amendment) Act, 2002 inserted Article 21-A in the Constitution of India to provide free and compulsory education of all children in the age group of six to fourteen years as a Fundamental Right in such a manner as the State may, by law, determine. Important provisions under RTE Act are: ·         Right of children to free and compulsory education till completion of elementary education in a neighbourhood school. ·         It makes provisions for a non-admitted child to be admitted to an age appropriate class. ·         It specifies the duties and responsibilities of appropriate Governments, local authority and parents in providing free and compulsory education ·         It lays down the norms and standards relating inter alia to Pupil Teacher Ratios (PTRs), buildings and infrastructure, school-working days, teacher-working hours ·         It prohibits physical punishment and mental harassment; screening procedures for admission of children; capitation fee; private tuition by teachers; and running of schools without recognition

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