Integration Minister Claudia Bauer of the ÖVP is calling for stricter state oversight of religious education in Austrian schools. Speaking on the Ö1 program 'Im Journal zu Gast,' Bauer emphasized the need for control, particularly regarding Islamic classes.
The government plans to implement an independent school inspection system to vet instructors and teaching materials. Under the current program, all religious content must be taught in German and align with constitutional values and fundamental human rights.
This initiative aims to combat political Islam and address parental concerns over potential indoctrination. By monitoring classroom content and personnel, the state seeks to ensure that religious education remains compatible with democratic societal standards.