Corporal punishment in Pakistan is a complex issue with varying prevalence across settings. Despite potential negative consequences, it's reportedly still used in some schools. In July 2025, a student named Farhan was allegedly beaten to death by his madrassah teachers for being absent.
According to UNICEF, corporal punishment is condemned in all settings. Data shows 70% of children in Pakistan experience physical punishment at home, while 45% experience it in schools. In 2020, 1,432 cases of child abuse were reported, with 70% involving physical abuse.
Globally, nearly 400 million children under 5 experience violent discipline. Many countries lack recent data on violence against children, making it challenging to tackle the issue. Implementing policies banning corporal punishment, training teachers and caregivers on positive discipline, increasing access to counseling services, and raising awareness about the negative effects of corporal punishment are essential.
Some potential solutions include policy bans on corporal punishment, positive discipline training for teachers and caregivers, increased access to counseling services, and public awareness campaigns about corporal punishment's negative effects.
Ayesha Yasin
Kech
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