A research-based analysis of how corporal punishment harms children’s mental health, behaviour, education, and society, and why positive discipline offers a safer, more effective alternative.

Discover how Sri Lanka's 2026 education reforms can shine brighter by fully ending corporal punishment and embracing positive discipline. Explore holistic growth, safer classrooms, future timelines, a...

Sethupala, a village teacher in Dadubasnamanaya, abuses authority after rejection, using false questions and caning to punish Rana—showing how corporal punishment harms trust, learning, and dignity.

Positive discipline replaces caning with respect, cooperation, and responsibility, helping Sri Lankan classrooms build trust, reduce misconduct, and create safer, student‑centered learning environment...