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Elementary Education Act

The Elementary Education Act, enacted in various countries such as the UK (notably the Elementary Education Act 1880), aimed to make education more accessible and standardized for young children. It established the government’s responsibility to provide basic education, often free and compulsory, ensuring that all children received a fundamental level of schooling. This law helped bring about widespread literacy and improved educational opportunities, laying the foundation for modern education systems. Essentially, it was a significant step toward securing education as a right for every child, regardless of socio-economic background.