Child Rights – SEC I

Why do students drop out of school?

• Economic pressure and lack of parental support.

• Desire to pursue a career in sports.

• Preference for online learning over traditional schooling.

• Lack of interest in any subjects offered.

Define child rights.

• Basic rights ensuring a child’s survival, protection, development, and participation.

• Rights that only apply to children under the age of 10.

• Legal rights that children can enforce in court.

• Rights that are only applicable in developed countries.

Define educational service.

• Organized programs that promote learning and literacy.

• Casual gatherings for social interaction.

• Unstructured activities without a learning goal.

• Programs focused solely on entertainment.

Mention two needs of children in India.

• Education and healthcare

• Entertainment and luxury

• Travel and leisure

• Fashion and technology

State one difference between rural and urban child needs.

• Rural children need access to education; urban children face emotional stress and safety issues.

• Urban children require more outdoor space; rural children need more technology access.

• Rural children have more access to healthcare; urban children have better educational resources.

• Urban children need more family support; rural children need more community involvement.

Expand UNCRC.

• United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.

• United Nations Committee on the Rights of Children.

• Universal Network for Child Rights and Care.

• United Nations Charter on Rights of Children.

Define 'special child.'

• A child with physical, mental, or learning disabilities.

• A child who excels in academics and sports.

• A child who is always happy and well-behaved.

• A child who is gifted in arts and music.

Write two strategies for child education.

• Mid-Day Meal Scheme and free elementary education.

• Increased homework assignments and standardized testing.

• Private tutoring and after-school programs.

• Online learning platforms and summer camps.

Mention one role of GO in ensuring child protection.

• Enforcing child labor and child marriage laws.

• Promoting adult employment opportunities.

• Providing financial support to families.

• Encouraging youth participation in sports.

State one NGO working for children in India.

• Save the Children

• Teach for India

• Child Rights and You (CRY)

• Plan India