What is Unnikrishnan case?

Introduction. The case of Unni Krishnan was pivotal with respect to the Right to Education as it challenged the question of the “Right to life” under the purview of Article 21 of the Constitution of India, which guarantees every citizen a right to education.

In which famous case did the court say that there is no fundamental right to education for a professional degree that flows from Article 21?

The Right to education is now become the fundamental right and included in part III of the Indian constitution under article 21-A. This was done in the case of Mohini jain vs. state of karnataka [1]. Supreme court division bench decide this case.

Are fundamental rights enforceable?

The fundamental rights are enforceable in the High Courts and the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court has the final word on the interpretation of the Constitution, and its orders, being law, are binding and enforceable by all authorities—executive, legislative and judicial.

What is Unnikrishnan vs Andhra Pradesh case?

The case involved a challenge by certain private professional educational facilities to the constitutionality of state laws regulating capitation fees charged by such institutions. The Court ruled that there is no fundamental right to education for a professional degree that flows from Article 21.

Who brought RTE in India?

the Parliament of India
The Right to Education Act 2009, also known as the RTE Act 2009, was enacted by the Parliament of India on 4 August 2009. It describes modalities of the importance of free and compulsory education for children aged between 6-14 years in India under Article 21 (A) of the Constitution of India.

Who can violate Fundamental Rights?

Validity of Article 31B Article 31B says that any acts and regulations included in the Ninth Schedule of the constitution by the Parliament can override the fundamental rights and such laws cannot be repealed or made void by the judiciary on the grounds of violating fundamental rights.

What is the doctrine of severability?

The doctrine of severability means that when some particular provision of a statute offends or is against a constitutional limitation, but that provision is severable from the rest of the statute, only that offending provision will be declared void by the Court and not the entire statute.

Is Article 45 a fundamental right?

Article 45 Constitution of India: Provision for early childhood care and education to children below the age of six years. [The State shall endeavours to provide early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six years.] 1. Provision for free and compulsory education for children.

What is RTE category in Kendriya Vidyalaya?

If SC/ST/OBC(Non-Creamy Layer) is selected, the child will automatically be considered for admission under Right To Education (RTE) category if the child’s residence is within a specified distance from the Vidyalaya, as per KVS admission guidelines (see here).