Compulsory Education Law

Definition

The Compulsory Education Law refers to a legal requirement that mandates all children to receive a certain number of years of formal education. It ensures that every child has access to basic education and promotes equal educational opportunities.

Related terms

Literacy Rate: The percentage of people in a population who can read and write.

Truancy: When students intentionally skip school without permission.

School Dropout: A student who leaves school before completing their education.