The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 (RTE Act, 2009) is an Indian law that provides free and compulsory education to all children aged 6 to 14 years. It makes education a fundamental right under Article 21A of the Constitution. The Act ensures that children can study without paying fees in government schools and requires private schools to reserve 25% seats for economically weaker and disadvantaged children. It also sets standards for school infrastructure, teacher qualifications, and student welfare.