Right To Education Act- A Step To Increase Literacy Level

Right of free and compulsary education act 2009 came after six decade of independence. The RTE (Right To Education) act has came in force on 1st april 2010. The passing of the Right of children to free and compulsory Education(RTE) Act 2009 marks a historic moment for the children of india. This act serves as a building block to ensure that every child has his or her right (as an entitlement) to get a quality education and that the state, with the help of families and communities, fulfils this obligation. Few countries in the world have such a national provision to ensure both free and child-centred, child-friendly education. All children between the ages of 6 and 14 shall have the right to free and compulsory elementary education at a neighborhood school.There is no direct (school fees) or indirect cost (uniform, textbooks, mid-day meals, transportation) to be borne by the child or the the parents to obtain elementary education. The government will provide schooling free-of-cost until elementary education is completed.All schools must comply with infrastructure and teacher norms for an effective learning environment. Two trained teachers will be provide for every sixty students at the primary level.Teachers are required to attend school regularly and punctually, complete curriculum instruction, assess learnig abilities and hold regular parent-teacher meetings. The number of teachers shall be based on the number of students rather than by grade.The state shall ensure adequate support to teachers leading to improved learning outcomes of children. The community and civil society will have an important role to play in collaboration with the school management commitees to ensure school quality with equity. The state will provide the policy framework and create enabling environment to ensure RTE becomes a reality for every child.There is 25 percent resevation for poor children in private schools, in this act.I hope this act will increase the literacy level in india. We have to encourage the parents to send their children in neighborhood schools.