Must the 'Check Engine' light remain on for Honda Accord 1997 model?

Must the 'Check Engine' light remain on for Honda Accord 1997 model?

If the check engine light remains on there's a problem that needs to be repaired.

No, Take it to an Advance Auto Parts and have them run a check engine light diagnosis on it. Its free and it'll tell you your problem that you will choose to either fix or completely ignore…

No. It ought to be off once engine is running. Its illumination indicates we have an ongoing issue needing attention.
get scan codes run at minimum or better still have a garage sort fault for you.

See what code it's running my 98 civic EX is at 900K miles and no lights are on what so ever, well except seatbelt light when i'm driving.