RIZAL LAW

• What was filed on April 3, 1956?

  Senate Bill No. 438
• Who sponsored Senate Bill No. 438?

  Jose P. Laurel
• What was the Catholic Church's concern regarding the bill?

  It attempted to discredit their religion
• What did Claro M. Recto argue about the novels?

  They should be required reading in schools
• When was House Bill No. 5561 filed?

  April 1956
• What happened on May 2, 1956?

  The House Committee approved the bill
• When did debates on the bill commence?

  May 9, 1956
• What amendments did Laurel propose on May 9, 1956?

  To include Rizal's life and works in curricula
• When were similar amendments adopted to the House version?

  May 14, 1956
• What happened on May 12, 1956?

  The Senate and House versions were approved
• When was the bill signed into law?

  June 12, 1956
• What does Republic Act No. 1425 refer to?

  The Rizal Law
• What did Rizal express through Filosofo Tasio in Noli?

  Writing for future generations of Filipinos
• What did Senator Jose P. Laurel say about Rizal's novels?

  They reflect our strengths and weaknesses
• What did studying Rizal's works provide to Filipino youth?

  Confidence, direction, courage, and determination
• What was Claro M. Recto's view on Rizal's intent in his novels?

  To instill civic consciousness and national dignity
• What did Recto say about Rizal's references to religion?

  They portrayed the situation in the Philippines
• When did deliberations over Senate Bill 438 begin?

  April 23, 1956
• What was the primary concern of the people post-World War II?

  To recover from the stresses of the war
• What did the Rizal Law aim to address?

  The need for re-dedication to freedom and nationalism
• What was the outcome of the controversy surrounding RA 1425?

  Unanimous approval of amendments
• What options were given to students regarding the novels?

  Reading unexpurgated versions in various languages
• What are the objectives of the Rizal Law in education?

  • Rededicate youth to freedom and nationalism
  • Pay tribute to Rizal's contributions
  • Inspire patriotism through Rizal's works
• What are the goals of the Rizal Course in higher education?

  • Recognize relevance of Rizal's ideals today
  • Apply Rizal's ideas to contemporary problems
  • Appreciate Rizal's qualities and character
  • Foster moral character and citizenship
• Who is considered the national hero of the Philippines?

  Jose Rizal
• What did Renato Constantino claim about Rizal's status as a hero?

  He was not an American-sponsored hero
• What was the Taft Commission's role in 1901?

  To select Rizal as a national hero
• Why was Rizal chosen as a national hero according to Constantino?

  He had no anti-American quotes attributed to him
• What did Teodoro Agoncillo say about Rizal's acceptance as a hero?

  He symbolized assimilation for Americans
• What conclusion did Leon Ma. Guerrero draw about Rizal?

  He was a man of peace over war
• What did Guerrero say about Rizal's contributions to Filipino identity?

  He taught Filipinos they could be a nation
• How did Filipinos show their admiration for Rizal during his lifetime?

  Through tributes and honors
• What did the Katipunan consider Rizal?

  Honorary leader of the Katipunan
• What decree did Emilio Aguinaldo issue regarding Rizal?

  To commemorate December 30 as Rizal Day
• What was established in Daet, Camarines Norte in 1898?

  The first monument in honor of Rizal
• What Act authorized the establishment of Rizal's monument in Luneta?

  Act No. 243
• How did the Filipino people contribute to Rizal's monument?

  Through public subscriptions