Education must adhere to the socialist orientation, that is, adhere to the guidance of Marxism-Leninism, Mao Zedong Thought and the Theory of Building Socialism with Chinese characteristics, and follow the basic principles set by the Constitution to develop socialist education. Adhering to the direction of socialist education also includes inheriting and carrying forward the excellent historical and cultural traditions of our nation and absorbing all the outstanding achievements of the development of human civilization.
The principle of publicity of education means that educational activities must conform to the public interests of the state and society.
The principle of educational security means that education does not directly create material wealth and belongs to public welfare undertakings. In order to develop education and promote the development of material civilization and spiritual civilization, the state must ensure the development of education.
The principle of equality in education is not only the basic principle of education law, but also the implementation of the constitutional principle. People's Republic of China (PRC) citizens have the right and obligation to receive education. Citizens, regardless of nationality, race, sex, occupation, property status, religious beliefs, etc. , enjoy equal opportunities for education according to law.
The principle of lifelong education means that with the rapid development of modern science and technology and production, people need to constantly supplement new knowledge, so the concept of lifelong education is put forward.