The Critical Study on the Implementation of Sex Education in Myanmar from Buddhist Perspectives · SBAM Repository

Title: The Critical Study on the Implementation of Sex Education in Myanmar from Buddhist Perspectives
Author: Ashin Sumana
Level: MA
Class: MA Research, Sitagu Ketumati Buddhist Academy Taungoo
Type: Research Paper
Format: PDF
Language: English
Subject: Buddhist Ethics
Date: 2025
Place: Mandalay
Publisher: Sitagu Buddhist Academy Mandalay
Rights Holder: Sitagu Buddhist Academy Mandalay
Abstract: In 2020, Myanmar government arranged to implement the teaching of a sex education course in the next academic year. It became a case of controversy between supporters and opponents. Some political parties and some Buddhist monks denied the implementation of sex education in Myanmar. On the other hand, some doctors agreed and encouraged the teaching of sex education. The doctors explained that most people oppose sex education because they misunderstand its definition and importance. Currently, it is essential to conduct research on whether Myanmar truly requires sex education and if it conflicts with Buddhism. Therefore, this paper attempts to state the correct meaning of sex education and to criticize its importance in Myanmar, and to reveal Buddhist concepts on it, using a qualitative method. It can help people understand the correct definition of sex education and its impact on Myanmar's society.

Keywords: Sex Education, Myanmar, Buddhist Concept, Sexual Violence, Unintended Pregnancy, Sexually Transmitted Diseases.