The Constitution (Eighty-sixth) Amendment Act was introduced in India in 2002 to provide free and compulsory education to all children between the ages of six and fourteen. This study aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the Eighty-sixth Amendment Act by examining its key provisions, objectives, and impact on the Indian education system. The study first provides an overview of the Indian Constitution and the amendment process, followed by a detailed explanation of the Eighty-sixth Amendment Act's objectives and provisions. The impact of the amendment on the Indian education system is then evaluated, including the challenges faced in its implementation, effectiveness in achieving its objectives, and a comparison of the education system before and after the amendment. Criticism of the amendment is also examined, including its limitations in addressing systemic issues in the Indian education system and suggestions for improving the amendment and its implementation. The implications of the amendment for the right to education in India, its impact on marginalized communities, and its potential for improving the quality and accessibility of education are discussed. Overall, this study provides important insights into the significance of the Eighty-sixth Amendment Act for the Indian education system and the right to education in India. It also suggests avenues for future research and improvements in the implementation of the amendment.