# RTE Amendments 2024: Schools now allowed to fail class 5 and 8 students The Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, has undergone significant amendments in 2024, allowing schools to fail students in classes 5 and 8. This move has sparked considerable debate and controversy across India. Previously, the RTE Act mandated the automatic promotion of students from classes 1 to 8, aiming to ensure universal access to education and minimize dropout rates. However, the recent amendments have introduced provisions for retaining students in these classes if they fail to meet the minimum learning levels set by the government. The amendments have been defended by the government as a necessary step to improve the quality of education and ensure that students acquire foundational skills. Proponents argue that continuous promotion without assessment can mask learning gaps and hinder students' long-term academic progress. They believe that allowing schools to retain students will incentivize both teachers and students to work harder and achieve better learning outcomes. Critics, on the other hand, express concerns about the potential negative impact of these amendments on students' self-esteem, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. They argue that retention can lead to increased dropout rates, social stigma, and psychological distress among students. Critics also raise concerns about the lack of adequate support systems for retained students, such as remedial classes and counseling services, which could further exacerbate their learning difficulties. https://www.linkedin.com/company/strategic-market-studies/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/company/agropluss/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/company/market-research-nexus-pro/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/company/trending-articles/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/company/clarity-market-insights/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/company/market-analytics-hub/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/company/market-visionary-group/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/company/precision-market-lab/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/company/markets-mind/about/?viewAsMember=true https://www.linkedin.com/company/trendseeker-research/about/?viewAsMember=true