The issue focused on questions of culture and religion. In April, five scientists were denied admittance to the scientific journal Nature after researchers wrote in a study that climate change research has been manipulated by academics with political motivations.

An academic ministry statement said science education was about providing students with scientific knowledge to build their understanding of science. "As science education is part of education, education must not be driven by religion or religion-related beliefs," it said.Get daily updates directly to your inbox Subscribe Thank you for