Section 28 of The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009
No teacher shall engage himself or herself in private tuition or private teaching activity.
Summary
- School teachers are strictly banned from engaging in private tutoring or any private teaching activities.
- This rule ensures that teachers focus their professional energy entirely on their classroom responsibilities.
- The prohibition applies universally to teachers without any exceptions for commercial or residential tutoring.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Are school teachers allowed to give private tuitions under Section 28 of the Right to Education Act?
No, under Section 28 of the Right to Education Act, no teacher is allowed to engage in private tuition or any private teaching activity.
2. Does the prohibition in Section 28 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act cover unpaid private tutoring?
Yes, Section 28 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act broadly bans engaging in private tuition or private teaching activity, without making any exception for unpaid tutoring.
3. Can a school teacher run a commercial coaching institute under Section 28 of the free education law?
No, under Section 28 of the free education law, teachers are strictly prohibited from engaging in any private tuition or private teaching activities, which includes coaching centers.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 28 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, what are school teachers prohibited from doing?
Q2.Under Section 28 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, what kind of private teaching activities are banned for school teachers?
Q3.Under Section 28 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, which of the following is true regarding a teacher's professional focus?
Q4.Under Section 28 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, who does this prohibition apply to?