Introduction to the Course:

REPUBLIC ACT 1425

MODULE 1

Overview

National hero, his life and works are written in Books that you
encounter from Elementary, High School, Senior High School and College. But
why do we need to study his life? And what is the importance? This module will
help you understand the reasons and expand your knowledge about the
importance of taking this course.

Activation!
Before We Start! Let’s play a fast Game , Below are Pictures,
analyse and connect to answer the blank set of words below .

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WELL DONE!!
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module you are expected to:

Determine the Content of Republic Act 1425, its Goal, purpose
and legal provisions
Value the importance of the law on empowering nationalism and
patriotism
Write a reflection paper that show the significance of the law to
education aspect as a student

Learning ExperienceS and Self-ASS eSSment ActivitieS (SAA)

INTRODUCTION
HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF RIZAL LAW

The law was signed by Pres. Ramon Magsaysay on

June 12, 1956 that includes the life, writings and works
of Jose Rizal in the curricula of all schools in public and
private schools, college and universities.

Ramon Magsaysay

It was first introduced by Jose P. Laurel

in the House of Representatives
through the House Bill No. 5561 on
April 1956.

Jose P. Laurel

On the Senate, Congressman Jacobo

Gonzales and Senator Claro M. Recto
written the Senate Bill No. 438
respectively known as Noli-Fili Bill.

Claro M. Recto
 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, PARTICULARLY HIS NOVELS NOLI ME TANGERE AND EL
FILIBUSTERISMO, AUTHORIZING THE PRINTING AND DISTRIBUTION THEREOF,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

WHEREAS, today, more than any other period of our history, there is a need for a re-dedication to
the ideals of freedom and nationalism for which our heroes lived and died;

WHEREAS, it is meet that in honoring them, particularly the national hero and patriot, Jose Rizal,
we remember with special fondness and devotion their lives and works that have shaped the
national character;

WHEREAS, the life, works and writing of Jose Rizal, particularly his novels Noli Me Tangere and
El Filibusterismo, are a constant and inspiring source of patriotism with which the minds of the
youth, especially during their formative and decisive years in school, should be suffused;

WHEREAS, all educational institutions are under the supervision of, and subject to regulation by
the State, and all schools are enjoined to develop moral character, personal discipline, civic conscience
and to teach the duties of citizenship; Now, therefore,

PROVISIONS OF REPUBLIC ACT 1425

SECTION 1. Courses on the life, works and writings of Jose Rizal, particularly his novel Noli Me
Tangere and El Filibusterismo, shall be included in the curricula of all schools, colleges and
universities, public or private: Provided, That in the collegiate courses, the original or unexpurgated
editions of the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo or their English translation shall be used as
basic texts.
The Board of National Education is hereby authorized and directed to adopt forthwith measures to
implement and carry out the provisions of this Section, including the writing and printing of
appropriate primers, readers and textbooks. The Board shall, within sixty (60) days from the
effectivity of this Act, promulgate rules and regulations, including those of a disciplinary nature, to
carry out and enforce the provisions of this Act. The Board shall promulgate rules and regulations
providing for the exemption of students for reasons of religious belief stated in a sworn written
statement, from the requirement of the provision contained in the second part of the first paragraph
of this section; but not from taking the course provided for in the first part of said paragraph. Said
rules and regulations shall take effect thirty (30) days after their publication in the Official Gazette.
SECTION 2. It shall be obligatory on all schools, colleges and universities to keep in their libraries an
adequate number of copies of the original and unexpurgated editions of the Noli Me Tangere and El
Filibusterismo, as well as of Rizal’s other works and biography. The said unexpurgated editions of the
Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo or their translations in English as well as other writings of Rizal
shall be included in the list of approved books for required reading in all public or private schools,
colleges and universities.
The Board of National Education shall determine the adequacy of the number of books, depending
upon the enrollment of the school, college or university.

SECTION 3. The Board of National Education shall cause the translation of the Noli Me Tangere and
El Filibusterismo, as well as other writings of Jose Rizal into English, Tagalog and the principal
Philippine dialects; cause them to be printed in cheap, popular editions; and cause them to be distributed,
free of charge, to persons desiring to read them, through the Purok organizations and Barrio Councils
throughout the country.

SECTION 4. Nothing in this Act shall be construed as amendment or repealing section nine hundred
twenty-seven of the Administrative Code, prohibiting the discussion of religious doctrines by public
school teachers and other person engaged in any public school.

SECTION 5. The sum of three hundred thousand pesos is hereby authorized to be appropriated out of
any fund not otherwise appropriated in the National Treasury to carry out the purposes of this Act.

SECTION 6. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved: June 12, 1956
 SUMMARY

Ramon Magsaysay – the president who signed the law on April 19, 1956

House Bill No. 5561- the law introduced on House of Representatives by Jose P.
Laurel
Senate Bill No. 438 - written by Congressman Jacobo Gonzales and Senator Claro M.
Recto the respectively known as Noli-Fili Bill.

REPUBLIC ACT 1425

 Also known as the Rizal Law
 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.
 An act that has 6 legal provisions.

Task 1. Create a mind map which exhibits the important aspect about the topic. You can use the
picture below as your basis on making your mind map.

Self-assessment Activities Answer Sheet

RUBRIC FOR MIND MAP
# Criteria Rating
s
Shows a solid grasp of all the
1 60%
content covered in the topic.
The key words used by the
2 student show a deep
15%
understanding of the content.
Republic Act The central image stands out
1425 3
meaningfully and it is clearly related 15%
to the key idea.
4 Creativity (pictures, colors,
10%
humor)
Total 100%
Task 2. As a Filipino, give 3 general importance’s that this laws have and Explain why do you think it
is valid. (5pts each importance with explanation)

Importance Why?

End of the Module

After learning about provision,

goals and importance of Looking Forward!
Republic Act 1425 write your
For the next module, please watch the
reflection or reaction about the
video through the link below.
the significance of the law to
education as a student and as a
future educator
Video Link:

Self and Module Check

How was your experience? Telle me about it. (Draw your response below)
SELF-EVALUATION MODULE EVALUATION
Module is learner-friendly,
I learned a lot from this module comprehensive, and easy to
understand
Module is clear but lack few details
learned just right.
Module has vague points that require
I still need guidance on certain revision.
topics.
Module does not cater my learning
I don’t understand anything needs.
discussed
References:

 https://youtu.be/YsabgBHL20W
 https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/1956/06/12republic-act-no-1425/