Hello friends, In today’s digital age, smartphones have become an important part of our lives. It has become a necessity for everyone, from children to adults. But is it right to completely ban its use in school? The Delhi High Court has recently given an important decision on this question.
What did the Delhi High Court say?
The Delhi High Court believes that it is neither appropriate nor practical to completely ban the use of smartphones by students in schools. The court said that students should be allowed to bring smartphones to school, but their use needs to be controlled and monitored.
The bench of Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani said that schools should make such a system where students deposit their smartphones in a safe place while entering the school and can take them back at the time of leave. In this way, neither studies will be affected nor discipline will be violated.
Delhi High Court instructions for balanced
The Delhi High Court gave many important suggestions for the correct and safe use of smartphones. First of all, the use of smartphones will be completely prohibited during studies in schools, so that there is no disruption in the classes. Apart from this, the use of cameras and recording features will also be prohibited in public places of schools, such as corridors, common areas and school buses. Along with this, it has been said to educate the students about digital etiquette, online safety and ethical use of smartphones. The court also clarified that smartphones should be used only for safety and contact, not for entertainment or social media.
Parents and teachers’ participation is necessary
The Delhi High Court also suggested that before making a smartphone policy, discussions should be held with parents, teachers and experts, so that everyone’s concerns can be taken into account. Schools should have the freedom to make their policies according to their facilities and needs. Limited use of smartphones can be allowed in some schools, while strict rules can be implemented in some schools. It was also said that transparent and fair penalties should be fixed for students who violate the rules. As a punishment, students’ phones can be confiscated for a few days or they can be prevented from bringing phones to school.
Change in policies is necessary with time
The Delhi High Court also said that technology is changing rapidly, so the smartphone policy should be updated from time to time. The court described this decision as a guiding principle, which can be adopted by the education board and other institutions to make a balanced policy.
Is this decision right?
If seen, this decision is beneficial for both the education and discipline of the students. While on the one hand, the smartphone can help in education, its misuse can affect the mental and social development of children. Therefore, this decision of the Delhi High Court seems balanced and practical. In today’s time, it is not possible to completely ban smartphones, but if the right rules are made in schools, then it can be used in a disciplined manner. The right use of smartphones can improve the future of children, but its misuse can also create many problems. Now it is the responsibility of schools, parents and society to work together to make children safe and disciplined in the digital world.
Disclaimer: The information given in this article is based on various media reports and judicial decisions. Readers are advised to get information from official sources before making any decision related to any policy or rule.
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