Filipino law mandating course option on Jose Rizal
Rizal Law
Congress of the Philippines
Long title
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, particularly his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, authorizing the printing and distribution thereof, and for other purposes.
Citation
Republic Act No. 1425
Territorial extent
Philippines
Passed by
House of Representatives
Passed
May 17, 1956
Passed by
Senate
Passed
May 17, 1956
Signed by
Ramon Magsaysay
Signed
June 12, 1956
Keywords
Jose Rizal, education
Status: In force
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