The correct answer is: c) 6-14 years.
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 guarantees free and compulsory education to all children in the age group of 6 to 14 years, irrespective of their gender, caste, religion, disability, language, or place of residence. The Act also provides for the establishment of elementary schools within one kilometer of every habitation, and for the appointment of qualified teachers.
The Act has been implemented in all states and union territories of India. The implementation of the Act is monitored by the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Authority, which is a statutory body established under the Act.
The RTE Act has been a major step in ensuring the right to education for all children in India. The Act has helped to increase the enrollment of children in schools, and has also improved the quality of education. The Act has also helped to reduce the gender gap in education.
However, there are still some challenges in the implementation of the RTE Act. One of the major challenges is the shortage of teachers. There is also a need to improve the quality of education in government schools. The government is taking steps to address these challenges, and is committed to ensuring that all children in India have access to quality education.
The other options are incorrect because they do not fall within the age group of 6 to 14 years.