Which constitutional article mandates the state to provide free and compulsory education to children?
AArticle 19
BArticle 21A
CArticle 45
DArticle 51A
Correct Answer: B. Article 21A
Explanation:
Article 21A (inserted by the 86th Constitutional Amendment, 2002) makes free and compulsory education a fundamental right for children aged 6-14 years.
The Right to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 mandates that schools maintain a student-teacher ratio. What is the prescribed ratio for upper primary classes?
A30:1
B35:1
C40:1
D45:1
Correct Answer: C. 40:1
Explanation:
RTE Act prescribes a student-teacher ratio of 40:1 for upper primary classes and 30:1 for primary classes to ensure quality education.
The Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) focuses on screening children for which conditions?
ANutritional deficiencies only
BDefects at birth, deficiencies, diseases, disability, and development delays (4Ds and defects)
CInfectious diseases exclusively
DMental health issues only
Correct Answer: B. Defects at birth, deficiencies, diseases, disability, and development delays (4Ds and defects)
Explanation:
RBSK screens children in school for birth defects, nutritional deficiencies, diseases, disabilities, and developmental delays through trained health workers.
Which constitutional provision specifically addresses the rights of minorities regarding education?
AArticle 25
BArticle 29 and 30
CArticle 32
DArticle 48
Correct Answer: B. Article 29 and 30
Explanation:
Articles 29 and 30 protect the rights of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice, safeguarding cultural and linguistic diversity.
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