Petition · past parliament
Allow pupils to opt out of music lessons on religious grounds
Closed
51 signatures
What the petition asks
Some muslims believe Islam forbids them to play musical instruments, listen to music, dance and can not play a role in it. As this subject is compulsory on the National Curriculum, some muslims are being forced to go against their religion by schools.
As parents we have full right over what information is delivered to our children. Muslims should not have to compromise with anyone on what they believe to be clear cut orders and principles conveyed in their religion. So therefore the subject music should be optional. Evidence from the Holy Book (Quran), Allah SWT, says in Surah Luqman, "And of the people is he who buys the amusement of speech [music] to mislead [others] from the way of Allah will have a humiliating
punishment". [Luqman 31:6]
punishment". [Luqman 31:6]
Timeline
| 4 Oct 2018 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 4 Apr 2019 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
51
Status
Closed
Opened
4 Oct 2018
Closed
4 Apr 2019
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.