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The Goa Compulsory Elementary Education Act, 1995

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This law makes elementary education compulsory for every child of school age in the state of Goa. It establishes the legal duty of parents or guardians to ensure their children attend school regularly. The government is also required to provide sufficient schools and trained teachers to facilitate this. While there are specific exemptions for reasons like illness or lack of nearby schools, failure to comply with the attendance requirement can result in a fine for the parent. The Act aims to guarantee that all children in Goa receive basic education, which is fundamental for their personal development and future opportunities.

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  1. 0. Preamble
  2. 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
  3. 2. Definitions.
  4. 3. Elementary education to be compulsory.
  5. 4. Duty of every parent or guardian.
  6. 5. Exemptions.
  7. 6. Penalty.
  8. 7. Cognizance of offences.
  9. 8. Protection of action taken in good faith.
  10. 9. Power to make rules.

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