Bill presen­ted in Punjab Assemb­ly by the ruling PML-NLAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has proposed a five percent quota for minorities to provide them equal opportunities in the ‘admission policy’ of higher education institutions. Also, the inclusion of two members belonging to religious minorities was suggested in a separate amendment bill so they could contribute to syllabus building and course content development. The aim is to safeguard the interest of minority students, their identity, beliefs and citizenship. This act shall extend to every public and private educational institution of higher education (including all colleges, universities and professional institutions). Opposition MPA for minorities, Shunila Ruth, welcomed the bill submitted in PA, adding the quota should be increased to 10%.

Source: The Express Tribune February 22, 2018 03:45 UTC