Section 8 of RTE Act : Section 8: Duties Of Appropriate Government

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a local government in India has identified that a certain urban area lacks sufficient public schools for the number of children living there. To comply with Section 8 of The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, the government takes the following steps:

• It constructs new school buildings in the neighborhood to ensure that every child has access to a school within a walking distance.
• The government provides free elementary education to all children aged six to fourteen in these schools, ensuring no tuition fees are charged, thereby fulfilling the 'compulsory education' mandate.
• To address the needs of children who are from weaker sections or disadvantaged groups, the schools have inclusive policies and support mechanisms in place to prevent any form of discrimination.
• Regular monitoring is conducted to ensure that all children are not only admitted but also attend school regularly and complete their elementary education.
• The curriculum prescribed by the government is up-to-date, and teachers receive proper training to deliver quality education.
• In alignment with the Rajasthan amendment, the schools also implement assessment methods to ensure that every child achieves learning levels appropriate to their class.

This example demonstrates how the government fulfills its obligations under Section 8 of the Act by providing free and compulsory education, ensuring the availability of schools, preventing discrimination, maintaining infrastructure, and monitoring educational quality and completion.