The National Assembly of Pakistan on Tuesday passed a bill introducing reproductive health education for students aged 14 and above in educational institutions in the Islamabad Capital Territory.
The bill, presented by Shazia Marri, amends the Federal Supervision of Curricula, Text-Books and Maintenance of Standards of the Education Act, 1976.
It had earlier been approved by the Senate of Pakistan after being introduced by Quratul Ain Marri.
Under the legislation, prior written consent from parents or legal guardians will be mandatory before students receive any instruction related to reproductive health education.
The curriculum will cover the physical, emotional, mental, and social aspects of reproductive health to help students understand their well-being, develop respectful relationships, and make informed decisions.
After approval by both houses of parliament, the bill will now be sent to the President of Pakistan for final assent before becoming law.
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