The Ministry of Education’s Secondary and Higher Education Division has released a draft of a new education law during the final days of the interim government. The draft was published on Sunday, and the ministry has invited public opinions to be submitted via email by 5 p.m. on February 7.

According to the ministry, the proposed law aims to establish a modern, inclusive, and equitable education system that ensures lifelong learning opportunities for all. It seeks to eliminate illiteracy, expand free and compulsory primary education, and guarantee quality education for every citizen. The draft also emphasizes the protection of teachers’ and students’ rights and welfare.

The ministry stated that the new law is intended to consolidate and strengthen existing education-related legislation by introducing supplementary provisions to make the system more effective and contemporary.