Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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.