Rizal Law

• What is the title of Republic Act 1425?

  Rizal Law
• Why is there a debate about including Rizal's life and works in college curricula?


  It raises questions about the relevance and impact of his works on students' beliefs.
• Who is considered the father of the Rizal Law?


  • Senator Jose P. Laurel
  • Filed Senate Bill 448 in 1956
  • Faced opposition during its approval
• What was the Senate Bill filed by Senator Jose P. Laurel?


  Senate Bill 448
• Who were some of the notable figures opposing the Rizal Law?

  Sen. Deocoroso Rosales, Francisco “Soc” Rodrigo, and Sen. Mariano Cuenco.
• What were the main arguments against the Rizal Law?


  1. The novels are damaging to clerics.
  2. They contradict Christian beliefs.
  3. Compulsory reading violates constitutional provisions.
  4. The Church opposes the novels' teachings.
• What are the pro-Rizal Law arguments?


  1. Need for rededication to freedom and nationalism.
  2. Rizal's works inspire patriotism in youth.
  3. Importance of remembering national heroes.
  4. Development of moral character and civic duties.
• When was the Rizal Bill signed into law?


  June 12, 1956
• Who signed the Rizal Bill into law?


  President Ramon Magsaysay
• What does R.A. 1425 mandate regarding Rizal's works in education?


  • Inclusion of courses on Rizal's life and works in all schools.
  • Translation of his novels into major dialects.
  • Printing and circulation of affordable editions.
• What is the purpose of the Board of National Education as per R.A. 1425?


  To work for the translation and circulation of Rizal's writings.
• What was the directive given by President Ramos regarding R.A. 1425?


  To implement R.A. 1425 immediately and fully.
• What is the date of the Presidential Memorandum Order 247?


  December 26, 1994
• What is the significance of R.A. 1425 in education?


  It ensures the study of Rizal's life and works in all educational institutions.