RIZAL LAW

• What is the title of Republic Act No. 1425?

  AN ACT TO INCLUDE IN THE CURRICULA OF ALL PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCHOOLS, COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES COURSES ON THE LIFE, WORKS AND WRITINGS OF JOSE RIZAL
• When was Republic Act No. 1425 approved?

  June 12, 1956
• What is the purpose of including courses on José Rizal in the curricula?

  To inspire patriotism and honor the ideals of freedom and nationalism
• Which novels of José Rizal are specifically mentioned in Republic Act No. 1425?

  Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo
• What is required of all educational institutions under Republic Act No. 1425?

  To include courses on the life, works, and writings of José Rizal
• What type of editions of Rizal's novels must be used in collegiate courses?

  The original or unexpurgated editions or their English translations
• What is the role of the Board of National Education according to Republic Act No. 1425?


  To implement measures for the inclusion of Rizal's works in education
• How long does the Board of National Education have to promulgate rules and regulations after the effectivity of the Act?


  Sixty (60) days
• What provision is made for students who have religious objections to the course requirement?

  They can be exempted from certain requirements with a sworn written statement
• What must all schools, colleges, and universities keep in their libraries according to Section 2?


  An adequate number of copies of the original and unexpurgated editions of Rizal's works
• Who determines the adequacy of the number of books in libraries?

  The Board of National Education
• What is the purpose of translating Rizal's works into various languages?

  To make them accessible to a wider audience
• What is the budget allocated for the implementation of Republic Act No. 1425?


  Three hundred thousand pesos
• What does Section 4 of the Act state regarding the discussion of religious doctrines?


  It prohibits public school teachers from discussing religious doctrines
• What is the date when the Senate finally passed the Act?

  May 17, 1966
• What is the significance of José Rizal in the context of Republic Act No. 1425?

  He is honored as a national hero whose works inspire patriotism
• What are the key provisions of Republic Act No. 1425?

  • Inclusion of courses on José Rizal in all educational institutions
  • Use of original or unexpurgated editions of his novels
  • Libraries must maintain copies of his works
  • Translation of his works into various languages
  • Budget allocation of three hundred thousand pesos
• What are the main objectives of Republic Act No. 1425?


  • To instill patriotism among the youth
  • To honor the life and works of José Rizal
  • To promote moral character and civic conscience in education