State & history
Under Article 44 of the Constitution, what right do children have in schools that receive State funding?
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A To choose any school they like, whether or not there is a place
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✓ To attend the school without having to take part in religious instruction
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✕ To be taught only through the Irish language Your answer
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D To skip State exams if they wish
Not quite.
Article 44.2.4 says that legislation providing State aid for schools must not affect the right of any child to attend a school receiving public money without attending religious instruction there. This protects freedom of conscience in education.
Source: Bunreacht na hÉireann, Article 44.2.4