Correct option is C
The Correct Answer is: (c) 86th Amendment Act
Explanation:
Article 21A, which provides for the Right to Education, was inserted into the Indian Constitution by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002.
Article 21A, which provides for the Right to Education, was inserted into the Indian Constitution by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002.
It made free and compulsory education a fundamental right for children aged 6 to 14 years.
Information Booster:
- Article 21A is a part of Part III (Fundamental Rights) of the Constitution.
- The amendment fulfilled India's commitment under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC).
- It is applicable to both central and state governments.
- Private unaided schools must also reserve25% seats for children from economically weaker sections (as per RTE Act).
Additional Information:
- 44th Amendment Act (1978) – Removed the Right to Property from Fundamental Rights.
- 42nd Amendment Act (1976) – Known as the Mini Constitution; added Fundamental Duties and terms like Socialist & Secular.
- 73rd Amendment Act (1992) – Related to Panchayati Raj Institutions and local governance.
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