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SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. – It is the policy of the
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State to protect and promote the right of all citizens to
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quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate
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steps to make such education accessible to all. Towards
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this end, it shall recognize, protect, and promote the rights
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of all learners with disabilities to education based on equal
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opportunity. It shall make such education compulsory and
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accessible to them by ensuring that no learner with
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disability is deprived of the right of access to an inclusive,
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equitable, and quality education.
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The State likewise recognizes the vital role of
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learners with disabilities in society. It shall accordingly
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include their diverse needs as an integral part of national
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development strategies, guarantee their social protection,
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and facilitate their active participation and inclusion in
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public, civic, and State affairs.
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SEC. 3. Objectives. – This Act shall pursue the
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(a) To provide learners with disabilities free and
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appropriate public early and basic education and support