Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009 (RTE Act 2009) | Act Analysis

Key Concepts & Structural Highlights

Article 21A Fundamental Right implementation.
25% mandatory EWS seat reservation in private unaided schools.
Prohibition of capitation fee, screening interviews for child/parents, and physical punishment.

Empowers low-income parents to claim free private school admissions and quality elementary education.

Educational Study Note:

No child can be held back or expelled until completion of elementary education (Class VIII).

Official Reference: Ministry of Education (Samagra Shiksha)