Pakistan updates O-Level curricula in Islamiat, Pakistan Studies, and Urdu to boost critical thinking and real-world relevance.

Pakistan has updated its O-Level curricula for Islamiat, Pakistan Studies, and Urdu through a collaboration between the Ministry of Education and Cambridge International Examinations. The revisions focus on critical thinking, real-world applications, and interactive learning, with updated content emphasizing Islamic principles today, broader perspectives on Pakistan’s development, and modern Urdu language and literature. The changes aim to make education more relevant and engaging while aligning national standards with global practices. Teachers will receive training and resources to support implementation, though challenges remain regarding readiness and adoption pace. The new syllabi are set to launch in the upcoming academic year.