Corporal punishment affects children

Dear Sir

Corporal punishment - the use of physical force to discipline children - has long been a contentious topic. While some argue it is an effective method to discipline, numerous studies worldwide highlight its detrimental effects. This article aims to shed light on the negative consequences associated with corporal punishment and why it should be stopped.

Firstly, it is totally wrong to describe corporal punishment as discipline, as some do. Corporal punishment isn discipline.  Our celebrated Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore made that clear when he said: "Discipline is to teach, not to punish." Violence is not part of the equation. The adverse effects of corporal punishment on children are substantial and far-reaching. As society evolves, there is a growing consensus that alternative, non-violent disciplinary methods should be prioritized to foster the healthy development of children and break the cycle of harmful practices.
All studies show corporal punishment is ineffective and is non beneficial.

Abid Nur Ratul
Student, SSC candidate of the Ali Ahmed School and College, Khilgaon