Singapore has once again sparked international debate due to the harsh sanctions it will apply in cases of school abuse. Among the most controversial measures is caning, a form of corporal punishment that is still used in certain educational institutions in the country.
According to the internal rules of some schools, students as young as 9 could receive this type of punishment depending on the seriousness of the incidents. The situation sparked divided opinions both on social media and among international organizations.
While some defend these measures, claiming they help maintain order and reduce school violence, others criticize the possible physical and emotional consequences they could cause for minors.