In Lucknow Public School Vs. The State of Uttar Pradesh, the Supreme Court of India said neighbourhood schools must give immediate admission under the RTE Act.
The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, gives free and compulsory education to children aged 6–14 years.
It is based on Article 21A (added by the 86th Amendment Act, 2002), which makes education a fundamental right.
The Act requires 25% reservation for EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) and disadvantaged groups in private schools.
The government must provide schools, teachers, and basic facilities, and reimburse expenses to private schools.
Other provisions: Article 51A(k) (parents must educate children) and Article 45 (early childhood care).