Static Core GK - Indian Polity (Static)
Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the State to provide early childhood care and education for children below the age of 6 years?
Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the State to provide early childhood care and education for children below the age of 6 years?
medium Q4 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Understand the post-86th Amendment position
After the 86th Constitutional Amendment, free and compulsory education for children aged 6–14 years became a Fundamental Right under Article 21A.Step 2: Identify the role of Article 45
Article 45 now directs the State to provide early childhood care and education for children below the age of 6 years.Step 3: Eliminate incorrect options
Article 41 relates to right to work; Article 46 concerns welfare of weaker sections; Article 47 deals with nutrition and public health.Final Answer:
Article 45 → Option DQuick Check:
Early childhood education (below 6 years) = Article 45 ✅
Quick Trick: Article 21A = 6–14 years (Right), Article 45 = below 6 years (DPSP).
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing Article 45 with Article 21A after the 86th Amendment.
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