Madrasa Registration Bill 2024 mainstreams religious seminaries
Pakistan
Aligned with FATF, GSP Plus, reforms are expected to enhance Pakistan’s international image
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - The Madrasa Registration Bill 2024 marks a significant reform aimed at ensuring transparency, accountability, and the mainstreaming of religious seminaries.
The initiative seeks to dispel misconceptions about madrasas while enhancing their national and global image. The government’s inclusive approach fosters dialogue with religious stakeholders, paving the way for sustainable and widely accepted reforms.
Strengthening financial oversight and legal scrutiny will curb the misuse of madrasas for illicit activities, a key national security concern. Under state supervision, financial audits, curriculum reviews, and transparency measures are being enforced.
Aligned with FATF and GSP Plus standards, the reforms are expected to enhance Pakistan’s international reputation and contribute to economic stability. By integrating religious and modern education, students will acquire the necessary skills to play a constructive role in national development.
Compliance with security regulations will protect madrasas from exploitation for unlawful activities. Continuous engagement with religious scholars ensures broader acceptance and long-term sustainability of these measures.
The ban on extremist content aims to counter radicalization, sectarianism, and religious divisions, fostering social harmony. Madrasas are given the option to register with either the Ministry of Education or the Ministry of Industries, ensuring a balanced governance structure.
Modern training for teachers is creating new employment opportunities, benefiting both educators and students. Technical and vocational training is being introduced, allowing students to explore professional avenues beyond traditional religious roles.
By incorporating contemporary curricula, madrasa students will have improved access to higher education scholarships and government jobs. Their inclusion in the national education and examination system will enhance their competitiveness in both public and private sector employment.
A balanced and comprehensive strategy is essential to achieving lasting reforms and institutional stability.
