UK is gone: Pupils' drawings could be blasphemous under Islamic law, while music and dance classes may go against the teachings of Islam

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Children's drawings could be considered blasphemous, while music and dance lessons could contravene the teachings of Islam, local councils have warned schools.

The guidance has been issued to teachers across northern England as part of a publication intended to highlight 'sensitivity and awareness around faiths and beliefs'.

It adds: 'Schools will want to be flexible in catering for religious differences.'

This includes being aware of the 'sensitivities' that some Muslim parents may have around the 'teaching of aspects of art, dance, drama, music, physical education, religious education and RSHE'.

The publication cites art as an example, stating that Islamic culture and civilisation has 'a rich artistic tradition' - but schools may find there are religious exceptions.

'A three-dimensional imagery of humans is considered idolatrous by some Muslims,' the guidance warns.

'It is very important that the school understands this and is also careful not to ask its students to reproduce images of Jesus, Prophet Mohammed or other figures considered to be prophets in Islam.