ADMINISTRATION OF THE RELIGIOUS STUDIES OFFICE IN THE PRESENT ERA

Abstract

The promulgation of the Phrapariyattidhamma Education Act, B.E. 2562 (2019), has led to a major structural shift in the administration of Phrapariyattidhamma education, transitioning from a traditional system to a juristic entity. Consequently, administrators face significant challenges in developing four main areas of the management system—general administration, budget, personnel, and academic affairs—as well as elevating the internal quality assurance system to align with national educational standards. Furthermore, Phrapariyattidhamma schools must proactively adapt to complex new personnel regulations, the development of information technology systems, and transparent, verifiable budget management. Failure to adapt to this new administrative context will directly impact the receipt of state financial subsidies and the production of quality religious heirs in accordance with the intent of the law.