Under the new regulations, all Malaysian children residing in the country must complete primary and lower secondary education unless officially exempted. Parents who fail to send their children to school may face a fine of up to 5,000 ringgit or six months imprisonment, or both.
Malaysian Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek emphasized that the focus of the law is “ensuring no child is left behind” and prioritizing support over punishment. The ministry will strengthen awareness campaigns and provide support such as scholarships and uniforms to reduce school dropout rates.
Some MPs welcomed the amendment, calling it a bold and necessary step, but also questioned its application to homeschooled students, those with special circumstances, or private schools. The minister said exemptions would be considered on a case-by-case basis and private schools would still have to comply with the law.
The new regulation was introduced because many Malaysian students drop out after graduating from primary school. The Malaysian government expects that compulsory lower secondary education will improve program completion rates, reduce the dropout gap, and ensure the right to education for all children.
Member of Parliament Teresa Kok noted that it is necessary to address the root causes of school dropout, such as poverty, family problems, and lack of interest in learning, rather than relying solely on legal measures.
According to Malay Daily
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