Article 19 of the Constitution of People's Republic of China (PRC) stipulates: "The state develops socialist education and improves the scientific and cultural level of the people throughout the country." The state develops various educational undertakings, eliminates illiteracy, educates workers, peasants, state functionaries and other laborers in politics, culture, science, technology and business, and encourages self-study. "The state encourages collective economic organizations, state enterprises and institutions and other social forces to organize various educational undertakings according to law. The state promotes Putonghua, which is commonly used throughout the country.

Article 19 of the Constitution clearly stipulates the principles, policies and methods of education in the People's Republic of China, as well as the rights and obligations of citizens to receive education.

All citizens of People's Republic of China (PRC) (China) are equal before the law. The rights and obligations of citizens are inseparable. Any citizen enjoys the rights stipulated by the Constitution and laws, and at the same time must fulfill the obligations stipulated by the Constitution and laws. According to this general principle, article 46 stipulates: "People's Republic of China (PRC) citizens have the right and obligation to receive education.