Republic Act 1425 (Rizal Law) and Filipino Heroism Criteria

Flashcards cover the Rizal Law (RA 1425), its key provisions, purposes, and the ten criteria for defining a Filipino hero as presented in the notes.

Republic Act No. 1425 (Rizal Law)

An act to include in the curricula of all public and private schools courses on José Rizal’s life, works, and writings (notably Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo); authorizes printing and distribution; enacted in 1956.

Noli Me Tangere

One of Rizal’s novels included in the required study under RA 1425.

El Filibusterismo

Rizal’s other novel included in the required study under RA 1425.

Obligatory inclusion in curricula

All schools, colleges, and universities are required to include Rizal’s life and works in their curricula.

Library requirement

The Board of National Education shall ensure an adequate number of copies are kept in libraries.

Translation obligation

The Board of National Education shall cause translation of Rizal’s life, works, and writings.

Prohibition on religious doctrines discussion

RA 1425 prohibits the discussion of religious doctrines when studying Rizal.

P300,000 appropriation

An appropriation of 300,000 pesos from the National Treasury to carry out the purposes of RA 1425.

Effective date (1956)

The Act takes effect upon its approval.

RA 1425 objective – rededication

To re-dedicate the youth to the ideals of freedom and nationalism.

RA 1425 objective – tribute

To pay tribute to heroes, especially Rizal, for dedicating life and works to shaping Filipino character.

RA 1425 objective – patriotic inspiration

To gain an inspiring source of patriotism through the study of Rizal’s life, works, and writings.

RA 1425 objective – formative education

To suffuse the minds of the youth during their formative and decisive school years with Rizal’s example.

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 1

The extent of a person’s sacrifices for the welfare of the country.

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 2

The motive and methods used to attain the ideal (whether self-interested or morally valid).

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 3

The moral character of the person (no immorality that taints the ideal).

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 4

Influence of the person on his age and on succeeding generations.

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 5

Heroes who envision national freedom and strive for it, especially during threats of invasion.

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 6

Heroes who contribute to a system of life of freedom and order for a nation.

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 7

Heroes who contribute to the quality of life and destiny of a nation.

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 8

A hero is part of the people’s expression and is recognized as such by citizens.

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 9

A hero thinks of the future; concern for future generations is evident in decisions and ideals.

Gates to Heroism – Criterion 10

The choice of a hero involves the entire process that made the person a hero, not just an isolated episode.