PETALING JAYA: The government looked at examples from other countries on how to boost patriotism among students before deciding to implement the wearing of Jalur Gemilang badges as part of school uniforms, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

The Prime Minister also said that the nod by the Cabinet to the long-standing proposal from the Education Ministry should not be turned into a polemic by any party.

"We are giving out the badge for free; just stick it on. Many neighbouring countries have been doing it for a long time.