THE ROLE OF THE RIGHT TO EDUCATION ACT, 2009 IN EMPOWERING MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES IN RURAL INDIA: A REGIONAL ANALYSIS
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i2.2023.3816Keywords:
Right to Education Act, 2009, Gender Equality, Social Justice, Rural India, Marginalized Communities, Education Access, Regional Study, Gender Bias, Social InclusionAbstract [English]
The Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, is a transformative legal framework aimed at ensuring free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 years in India, with a particular focus on promoting equity and social justice. This paper examines the role of the RTE Act in advancing gender equality and social justice in rural India, using insights from a regional study. The research highlights how the RTE Act has provided marginalized groups, particularly girls, with increased access to education in rural areas, where gender-based barriers and socio-cultural norms often restrict educational opportunities. By analyzing case studies from various regions, the study explores the effectiveness of the Act in bridging the gender gap, addressing caste-based discrimination, and enhancing social inclusion. It also discusses the challenges faced in its implementation, such as infrastructure deficits, teacher shortages, and entrenched gender biases in rural communities. The paper concludes with recommendations for strengthening the RTE Act’s impact on gender equality and social justice in rural India, focusing on policy improvements, community engagement, and local governance.
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