Supreme Court Directs Rules to Enforce 25% EWS Quota in Private Schools

The Supreme Court of India has directed government authorities to frame comprehensive rules to enforce the 25% reservation for economically weaker sections (EWS) in private unaided non-minority schools under the Right to Education (RTE) Act. The court emphasized treating this admission process as a national mission, addressing systemic gaps like bureaucratic hurdles and lack of awareness. It called for transparent, centralized online portals and monitoring mechanisms to ensure EWS students receive equitable access and support, including free educational materials and remedial coaching.