In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has held that an outright prohibition on students using smartphones in schools is both "undesirable and unworkable." Rather, the court has brought in rules for regulated use of mobile phones, balancing the use of technology for education against its possible distractions.
Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani, pronouncing the verdict, ruled that students should not be completely barred from taking smartphones to school. But their use should be controlled to provide an efficient learning environment.
Under the new rules, students would be allowed to use mobile phones for purely educational purposes such as research, utilization of online materials, and educational apps. The use of smartphones will be monitored and supervised by teachers in order to avoid misuse or disturbance in class.
Moreover, the court emphasized the importance of parents in ensuring compliance with these regulations by children. Parents are also supposed to observe their children's use of smartphones and enforce proper digital behavior in the home and school environments.
The judgment has been greeted by students, parents, and teachers who have long pushed for a balanced use of mobile phones in schools. The ruling recognizes the crucial role of technology in contemporary education while at the same time paving the way for action against distractions, misuse of social media, and cybersecurity concerns.
The High Court ruling is likely to act as a template for all educational institutions throughout the nation, with the aim of promoting the responsible and effective use of smartphones among pupils. Schools will now be required to develop their policies under the court's framework, resulting in a more technology-enabled and well-disciplined learning environment.
This judgment is a huge turning point for the educational landscape of India, promoting pragmatism regarding technology in schools and upholding proper checks and balances
Delhi High Court permits regulated smartphone use in schools, removes blanket ban
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