An Overview of Educational Policies and Integration of Islamic Education in Pakistan

Abstract

The integration of Islamic teachings with modern education are major problem for Pakistan's educational system. Islamic education places a greater emphasis on religious knowledge and ethical principles than modern education does on science, technology, and critical thinking. Madrassas and public and private schools offer a variety of educational opportunities. Current changes seek to create an educational system that respects religious values and promotes global skills by enhancing teacher preparation, using technology, and improving curriculum quality. For Pakistan's socioeconomic development to be promoted and educational gaps to be addressed, this integrated approach must continue to evolve. Islamic education aims to develop the full human being physically, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, and economically. The purpose of this study was to provide an overview of religion and education in Pakistan's education system. Its main goal was to show Pakistan government designed educational policies regard how Islam taught us the children's education and the responsibilities that Islam assigned to parents and stakeholders. On the other hand, the study also sought to illustrate the steps Islam took to keep students from misbehaving. The study is descriptive and uses content analysis of the primary Islamic legal sources. The study was conducted using the Pakistan educational policies, plans carried out for discussion. The studies show that teaching students about Islam in school was intended to help them grow a fully peaceful life, In summary, the research implies that Islam strongly recommends  that knowledge is the best way to a successful life Furthermore, the primary concern of government should be implement Islamic education in educational institutions for real Islamic character building of students according to ideology of Pakistan which is a basic right of all nations.