Education Ministry Issues New Directive Banning Corporal Punishment in Schools

The Ministry of Education has recently issued a comprehensive circular to all educational authorities, including school principals, strictly prohibiting physical or psychological harm to students. This directive, which bans corporal punishment and any form of student mistreatment, is based on a Supreme Court ruling and subsequent court observations emphasizing the need for clearer guidance on discipline. It mandates that no child should be subjected to such punishment for disciplinary reasons or any other cause. The new guidelines supplement a previous circular issued on April 29, 2016, and advocate for positive behavioral development through appropriate interventions and guidance. The Ministry has declared zero tolerance for any violations of these new regulations.