The provision of early childhood care and education to children below six years of age was introduced by which Constitutional Amendment?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Eighty-sixth Amendment Act, 2002
Explanation:
• The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002 inserted Article 21-A, making education a Fundamental Right for children 6–14 years.
• It also amended Article 45, directing the State to provide early childhood care and education (ECCE) for children below 6 years.
• Additionally, it added Article 51A(k), placing responsibility on parents/guardians to educate children.
Information Booster:
• The Right to Education Act (RTE), 2009 operationalized Article 21-A.
• ECCE is delivered mainly through Anganwadi centres under ICDS Scheme.