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Strengthening School Safety: A Call to Action The Ministry of Education has taken a decisive step to enhance the protection of children in schools across India by urging all States and Union Territories (UTs) to implement the "Guidelines on School Safety and Security-2021." This directive follows crucial instructions from the Supreme Court, emphasizing the need for a safer learning environment. What Are the Guidelines on School Safety and Security-2021? These guidelines, introduced by the Ministry, are designed to establish a robust framework for ensuring the safety and security of students in educational institutions. They apply to all Government, Government-aided, and Private Schools, focusing on creating a secure and nurturing environment for students. Key Features: - Accountability: School management, including principals and teachers, are held accountable for the safety of children, both within the school premises and during transportation. - Preventive Education : Educ...

Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Appeal Against Madras High Court Order on Watching Child Porn The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on an appeal challenging the ruling of the Madras High Court, which stated that downloading and possessing child pornography is not considered a crime. This decision has sparked significant debate and concern regarding the legal framework surrounding such offenses. Bench's Consideration and Verdict Reservation A bench comprising Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud and Justice JB Pardiwala heard arguments from both parties before reserving the verdict. The court has allowed the parties involved to submit written submissions by Monday, indicating the complexity and importance of the case. Appeal and High Court Ruling The appeal was filed by NGOs Just Rights for Children Alliance and Bachpan Bachao Andolan against the Madras High Court's ruling in January. The High Court's decision essentially stated that simply downloading and watching c...