Caning in schools should be a last resort, say groups


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PETALING JAYA: Schools should treat caning as a last resort and instead embrace values-based approaches that nurture empathy, understanding and behavioural change, say education groups and parents.

They stressed that discipline should not be rooted in fear or humiliation, but in respect, guidance and consistent communication to help students internalise right and wrong.

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