Yes! All kids living in the
PAKISTAN have the right to a free public education. And the Constitution
requires that all kids be given equal educational opportunity no matter what
their race, ethnic background, religion, or sex, or whether they are rich or
poor, citizen or non-citizen.
In addition to this constitutional guarantee of an equal education, many
federal, state and local laws also protect students against discrimination in
education.
The Government, under the article 25-A of the Constitution of Pakistan, is
obligated to provide free and compulsory quality education to the children
between the ages of five & Sixteen. However, we don’t see this happening.
In fact, even though some kids may complain about having to go to school, the
right to an equal educational opportunity is one of the most valuable rights you
have.
In the other countries, education is considered a basic right while in Pakistan
it is still considered a privilege. This problem can only be solved if the
government pays full attention to this important issue and tries to eliminate
the corruption and bureaucracy existing in the education system.
If you believe you or someone you know is being discriminated against in school,
speak up! Talk to a teacher, the principal, and the head of a community
organization or a lawyer so they can investigate the situation and help you take
legal action if necessary.