POOREST OF THE POOR : FREE EDUCATION IN INDIA BY DR. MITHLESH KUMAR MONGA [HARDCOVER]

India provides free elementary education to all through government initiatives like the Right to Education Act and the Mid-Day Meal Scheme, focusing on enrolling poor and marginalized children and ensuring their well-being. Support also comes from NGOs and community efforts, such as Smile Foundation’s Mission Education, which provides comprehensive support and education to underprivileged children in difficult circumstances. This cornerstone legislation mandates free and compulsory education for all children aged 6 to 14, including those from poor and marginalized communities