The correct answer is: a) All children aged 6-14.
The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 (RTE Act) is an Act of the Parliament of India enacted to provide free and compulsory education to all children aged 6 to 14 years. The Act was enacted on 4 August 2009 and came into force on 1 April 2010.
The Act makes it a fundamental right for all children in the age group of 6 to 14 years to get free and compulsory education in a neighborhood school. The Act also provides for the establishment of State and Central Boards of School Education, and for the appointment of a National and State Commissioners for the Right to Education.
The Act has been hailed as a landmark legislation that will revolutionize the education system in India. It has also been criticized for its implementation challenges. However, the Act is a step in the right direction and is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of millions of children in India.
Here is a brief explanation of each option:
- Option (a): All children aged 6-14. This is the correct answer. The RTE Act makes education a fundamental right for all children aged 6 to 14 years.
- Option (b): Only children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This is not the correct answer. The RTE Act makes education a fundamental right for all children, regardless of their economic background.
- Option (c): Only boys. This is not the correct answer. The RTE Act makes education a fundamental right for all children, regardless of their gender.
- Option (d): Children in urban areas. This is not the correct answer. The RTE Act makes education a fundamental right for all children, regardless of their location.