Balochistan Assembly unanimously passed a resolution recommending compulsory basic Arabic education in all government primary schools across the province, Dawn has reported.
The resolution was presented by Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazal (JUI-F) MPA Shahida Rauf, who said that teaching Arabic at an early age will help students understand commonly used Quranic words and their meanings and develop a better understanding of the Holy Quran.
The resolution proposed a simple and standardised curriculum for different grades, covering basic Arabic vocabulary, grammar and commonly used Quranic expressions.
It also called for trained teachers, quality textbooks and appropriate teaching materials, along with an effective monitoring system to ensure the programme’s implementation.
The resolution recommended that the provincial government introduce the initiative in phases, keeping students’ ages, learning abilities and educational needs in consideration. It also stressed the need for regular reviews to assess progress.
During the discussion, MPA Dr Abdul Malik Baloch recalled that legislation had been passed in 2013 to promote education in mother languages.
He urged the provincial government to implement the existing law alongside the proposed Arabic language programme.
Following the discussion, lawmakers unanimously approved the resolution, recommending that basic Arabic be introduced as a compulsory subject in government primary schools throughout Balochistan.
