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PRESENTATION ON CARPORAL PUNISHMENT
PRESENTATION ON CARPORAL PUNISHMENT
What is corporal punishment
Corporal punishment refers to physical
punishment intended to cause pain or
discomfort as a method of discipline.
Traditionally, it includes practices such as
spanking, hitting, paddling, and whipping. It
has been historically used in schools, homes,
and the criminal justice system to punish
children or adults for perceived misbehavior.
Global Perspectives on Corporal
Punishment
Countries where corporal punishment is still allowed:
Some countries continue to allow corporal punishment in
schools or as a form of legal discipline. For example, in
the United States, corporal punishment is still permitted
in some states, especially in Southern regions.
In countries like Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and Malaysia,
caning is part of the legal system for both criminal and
disciplinary offenses.
Types of Corporal Punishment
Spanking: A common method of disciplining children by striking
the buttocks with an open hand.
Paddling: A more severe form of spanking using an object,
typically a paddle, often used in schools.
Whipping or Flogging: Involves striking the body with a whip,
rod, or similar instrument, historically used in both schools and
as punishment for criminal offenses.
Caning: A form of corporal punishment that involves striking
the body, usually the hands or buttocks, with a cane. Common
in some countries' judicial systems, especially in Southeast
Asia.
Pictorial view
Impact of Corporal punishment
Behavioral Consequences: Studies have found a correlation between
corporal punishment and increased aggression, defiance, and anti-
social behavior in children. Children who experience corporal
punishment may be more likely to use aggression as a means of
conflict resolution.
Emotional and Mental Health Effects : Children subjected to
corporal punishment may suffer from depression, anxiety, and a
reduced sense of self-worth.
Attachment Issues : Physical punishment can damage the
relationship between the child and the parent or teacher, leading to
insecure attachment and a lack of trust.
Corporal Punishment in Schools:
In Pakistan, corporal punishment in schools was once a
common practice, but there have been significant changes in
recent years, with both national and provincial-level efforts to
reduce or eliminate its use.
Legal Framework and Human
Rights
The Pakistan Penal Code (PPC): Although the PPC doesn’t
specifically address corporal punishment in schools, it does contain
provisions against violence and abuse. Under section 348 of the PPC,
wrongful confinement or forceful detention is prohibited, which may
apply in certain cases of corporal punishment.
Federal Level Legislation: At the federal level, there is still no
specific law prohibiting corporal punishment in schools, but the federal
government has encouraged provinces to enact laws banning it. The
National Commission for Child Rights has also played a role in
advocating against corporal punishment.
Laws and Policies in Punjab
The Punjab Prohibition of Corporal Punishment Act (2016):
In Punjab, corporal punishment was banned in all schools, both
public and private. The law explicitly prohibits physical
punishment in educational institutions and sets up mechanisms to
monitor complaints.
