Razelle Joy C.

Rodriguez

HISTORY

BSN 2NC

1. What is a republic 1425?

2.Who were the opposing sides? What was the process used to approve the Rizal bill into
a law?

3. Is it relevant today? Why?

The Republic Act No. 1425, or the Rizal Law, was a significant measure aimed at
addressing the need for a re-dedication to the life, works, and writings of national hero Dr.
Jose Rizal . The law was passed in 1956 after a series of debates and contestation, with
the opposing sides including those who supported the mandatory teaching of Rizal's life
and works, and those, particularly the Catholic Church, who opposed its passage . The
process used to approve the Rizal bill into a law involved the filing of the bill, debates and
amendments in the Senate and the House of Representatives, and its final approval by
President Ramon Magsaysay on June 12, 1956 .The Rizal Law aimed to promote a
deeper understanding of Philippine history and culture by requiring the study of Rizal's
life and works in all educational institutions in the Philippines . The law was designed to
instill the true meaning of nationalism and patriotism in every Filipino, and it remains
relevant today as it continues to shape the collective identity and values of the Filipino
people.The approval process of the Rizal Law involved significant debate and
amendments, reflecting the diverse perspectives and interests at that time. Senator
Laurel proposed an amendment to the original bill, which included not only Rizal's novels,
"Noli Me Tangere" and "El Filibusterismo," but also works written by others about Rizal
Senator Lim suggested an exemption for students who felt uncomfortable reading Rizal's
novels, while Senator Primicias created an additional amendment that promulgated the
rules and regulations for implementing the law .Despite the opposition from the Catholic
Church and others, the Rizal Law was ultimately passed, and it has remained a significant
part of the Philippine educational system ever since. The law's emphasis on the
importance of national heroes and their contributions to society remains relevant today,
as it continues to shape the collective identity and values of the Filipino people.