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In 2002, the Constitution was amended to introduce a new fundamental right, which was specifically concerned with children. The right in question is a legal guarantee in more than 130 countries.

Which of the following Articles and rights was this amendment related to?

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Article 19: Freedom to form associations or unions
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Article 22: Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases
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Article 30: Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions
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Article 21-A: Right to Education
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The correct option is D Article 21-A: Right to Education
In 2002, the Constitution was amended and Article 21-A was added to the Constitution as a fundamental right. Article 21-A grants the right to free and compulsory education to children of 6 to 14 years of age.

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