Right To Education

CBSE Defends Fee Hike Implemented "After Five Years"

Education | Edited by Maitree Baral | Monday August 12, 2019

"We demand immediate withdrawal of this fee hike as it is against the right to education of students. Such move on part of the CBSE would adversely affect the education of children of the masses," Ashok Aggarwal, who heads the All India Parents Association, said on the fee hike.

Tripura Approves Children Education Act

Education | Press Trust of India | Friday August 9, 2019

The act, which was earlier passed by parliament, provides for a regular examination in classes V and VIII and if the child fails, he or she shall be given additional opportunity for re-examination in two months' time.

Gujarat Hikes Education Outlay, 10,000 Virtual Classrooms Planned

Education | Indo-Asian News Service | Wednesday July 3, 2019

The Finance Minister has earmarked Rs 341 crore under the Right to Education Act, wherein the government pays Rs 3,000 per student for the fees and uniform.

RTE Quota Students Abandoned After Class 8 As Rules Look The Other Way

Education | Press Trust of India | Monday July 1, 2019

Section 3 of the Right to Education Act lays down that every child from the age of 6 to 14 years enjoys the right of free and compulsory education in his/her neighbourhood school till the completion of his/her elementary education.

Development Vs Education? Metro Threatens 90-Year-Old School In Chennai

India News | Written by J Sam Daniel Stalin | Wednesday December 5, 2018

The 90-year-old Good Shepherd Convent in Chennai could lose a major part of its sprawling campus if the Metro authorities have their way.

"Don't Expect Miracles": Top Court On Right To Education Plea

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday November 16, 2018

Don't expect miracles in a huge country like India, the Supreme Court said Friday, refusing to further hear a PIL seeking implementation of the Right to Education Act to bring 3.5 crore poor kids into the formal schooling system.

World Teachers' Day 2018: 10 Inspiring Quotes To Celebrate Your Educators

World News | Edited by Richa Taneja | Friday October 5, 2018

World Teachers' Day, also known as International Teachers' Day, is observed on October 5 every year. World Teachers' Day focuses on "appreciating, assessing and improving the educators of the world" and to provide an opportunity to address issues related to teachers and teaching. Every year, a theme is chosen by the UNESCO to mark the day. This ye...

CAG Expresses Dissatisfaction In RTE Implementation In Gujarat

Education | Press Trust of India | Thursday September 20, 2018

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has expressed dissatisfaction over the implementation of the Right to Education Act in Gujarat.

NCERT Makes Provision For Inclusive Education; Paves Way For Lessons On Gender-Based Violence, Life Skills

Education | Written by Anisha Singh | Wednesday June 27, 2018

NCERT, in its new manual for SMCs, advocates educating students on gender based violence, life skills etc.

Rajasthan Only State Providing Education To 6.5L Children Under RTE: Minister Vasudev Devnani

Education | Press Trust of India | Friday March 9, 2018

School Education Minister Vasudev Devnani today claimed that Rajasthan was the only state in the country which was providing education to over 6.5 lakh children under Right To Education (RTE).

English, Cost Of Education In Private Schools Reasons For EWS Dropout: NCPCR Study

Education | Edited by Shihabudeen Kunju S | Sunday February 11, 2018

Communication in English, cost of extra curricular activities and "inadequate reimbursement" on education expenditures are major reasons for students from economically weaker sections and disadvantaged groups dropping out of private schools in Delhi, says a study by NCPCR.

Top Court Tells Centre To Assist In Hearing Plea On Right To Education

India News | Press Trust of India | Monday January 29, 2018

The Supreme Court today asked the centre to "deliberate upon" and assist it in hearing a public interest litigation that raised issues such as bringing 3.5 crore poor children into the formal schooling system and the need to fill 9.5 lakh vacant post of teachers in schools across the country.

Gujarat High Court Directs Schools To Reserve 25% Seats For Poor Children Under RTE Act

Education | Written by Anisha Singh | Wednesday January 10, 2018

The Gujarat High Court, yesterday, directed the state government to make sure that schools which are affiliated with the state board should implement the 25 per cent reservation for poor children as per the Right to Education (RTE) Act.

High Court Notice To Centre On Right To Education For Children With Disabilities

India News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday December 6, 2017

The Delhi High Court has sought the centre's response on a plea seeking to ensure the Right to Education for children with disabilities.

Teacher's Crisis In India: 11 Lakh Untrained Teachers In Workforce

Education | Written by Anisha Singh | Monday December 18, 2017

The lack of teachers is not just unfair but also a violation of the Right to Education Act of 2009 which states that every child has a right to full time elementary education of satisfactory and equitable quality in a formal school which satisfies certain essential norms and standards.