ENVIRONMENTAL & CONSUMER PROTECT. FOUND. vs DELHI ADMINISTRATION .

The Supreme Court, exercising its jurisdiction under Article 32, directed the Central and State Governments to ensure the effective implementation of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 (RTE Act). The Court mandated the framing of rules under Section 38 of the RTE Act and the constitution of State Advisory Councils as per Section 34 within specified timelines. The Court emphasized the need for a Regulatory Authority to oversee the Act's implementation, thereby reinforcing the constitutional mandate of providing free and compulsory education under Article 21A.