School Management Committee (SMC): Statutory Framework, Composition, Functions, and Administrative Leadership under RTE Act, 2009

This comprehensive chapter details the School Management Committee (SMC) established under Section 21 and Section 22 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009, with specific administrative implications for aspirants in Uttar Pradesh secondary and integrated schools. It covers SMC composition, democratic election of parent representatives, statutory reservation mandates (50% women, proportional SC/ST representation), school development planning (SDP), social audit protocols, fund management under Samagra Shiksha, and contrast with PTAs, Academic Calendars, and Timetables.