The Balochistan Assembly on Friday unanimously adopted a resolution recommending that basic Arabic be introduced as a compulsory subject in all government primary schools across the province.
The resolution was moved by JUI-F MPA Shahida Rauf. Rauf said teaching basic Arabic would help students understand commonly used Quranic words and their meanings, enabling them to develop a better understanding of the Holy Quran from an early age.
The proposal calls for a simple, standardised and grade-wise curriculum covering basic Arabic vocabulary, grammar and commonly used Quranic expressions. To ensure the success of the program, the resolution stresses the need for trained teachers, quality textbooks, appropriate teaching materials and effective monitoring.
The resolution recommends that the provincial government introduce the initiative through a phased programme, taking into account students’ ages, mental abilities and educational needs, with regular reviews of its implementation.
During the discussion, MPA Dr Abdul Malik Baloch recalled that legislation had been passed in 2013 to promote education in mother languages. Baloch urged the government to implement that law alongside the proposed Arabic language programme.
