Corporal punishment.

In true twilight fashion, the federal government has recently inaugurated the Rules of the Prohibition of Corporal Punishment Act, 2021 nearly two years following its legislative enactment. By doing so, Islamabad has indeed taken a significant stride towards protecting children's rights. This legislation ensures that children are provided with an environment free from physical violence, promoting their emotional and psychological development.

In schools and madrassas, corporal punishment has historically been employed as a disciplinary measure, often justified as a means to maintain orderliness and control. The constant use of physical punishment, such as slapping, caning or beating, can eventually intensify to violent length, causing serious mental and physical harm to children. In many instances, it can cause irreparable damage and even prove to be fatal. Beyond educational institutions, corporal punishment may also occur within households or other settings where children are under the care of family members, guardians or employers. Instances of physical punishment as a form of discipline or control can be found in all socio-economic...