Bulgaria's new government aims to introduce 'Virtues and Religion' subject in schools

Bulgaria's new political leadership is moving forward with plans to introduce a new subject into the national curriculum, titled "Virtues and Religion." The proposed subject is slated for implementation beginning in the 2027/2028 academic year, according to recent statements.

Dimitar Zdravkov, a Member of Parliament and participant in the National Assembly's education committee, confirmed the government's intention in an interview with Bulgarian National Television (BNT). This initiative represents a renewed effort to incorporate religious and moral education into the school system.

The push to introduce "Virtues and Religion" is not entirely new. Zdravkov indicated that a similar attempt was made during the tenure of the previous government, suggesting a persistent interest in this area of education among certain political factions. The specifics of the curriculum and the exact nature of the religious instruction remain subjects for further discussion and development.