EFFECTS OF THE RIZAL LAW

Positive:
According to Hernan Abaya, 1984, the nationalist reawakening began on the UP campus, sparked by the teaching of Rizal’s life and
his writings made compulsory by the Noli-Fili law, co authored by Recto and Laurel. This is a statement from a person who was able
to witness the condition of the country before and after the Rizal law was implemented. He saw the change and the positive effect of
the law to our country back then.

the youth was made aware of the contributions and the principled life of Jose Rizal who was an emblem of substantial nationalism
and unconditional love for the country. He embodies brilliance coupled with humility and prestige that goes along with service. This
Republic Act has pushed for Rizal to be a role model for the youth of this country.

Through this republic act the essence of freedom and independence was emphasized to the youth. Also, it has been implied through
this act that national identity is a very important legacy that our heroes have achieved through sacrificing their own lives. They have
passed it on to us, and it is our role to nurture and protect it.

Negative:
The RA. 1425 just caused havoc within educational institutions. Take the case of UP a couple of years after this law’s
implementation. The UP Student Catholic Action and numerous publications and students were pushed to go against their
President, Dr. Singco because they feel that the University is starting to become godless. It has just caused a mass confusion
between faith and nationalism.

The faith of the people is being compromised. This law is endangering the Christian growth of the students who are still in their
formative years. This can drive the youth to question the credibility of the church and its teachings and traditions.

According to a survey that we have conducted in our university, the Rizal course is not actually significant for the students. It has
just been a laborious subject that adds unnecessary work load to students, and it sometimes drives the students to lose focus on
their majors.