Indian & World Geography·Policy Changes

Digital Education Initiatives — Policy Changes

Updated 9 Mar 2026
EntryYearDescriptionImpact
86th Constitutional Amendment Act2002This amendment inserted Article 21A into the Constitution, making education a fundamental right for children between 6 and 14 years of age. It also modified Article 45 to make early childhood care and education a directive principle.Provided the fundamental legal basis for universal education in India. Digital education initiatives directly support the realization of this right by expanding access to quality learning resources for all children, especially those in underserved areas, thereby ensuring the constitutional mandate is met through modern means.