School caning was never abolished, Minster says
SCHOOL caning has never been abolished and remains permitted for male pupils for certain offences, Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek said today. She said, however, the punishment could only be administered in accordance with established pr...
Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek clarified today that school caning has never been abolished in Malaysian schools. She emphasized that the punishment can still be administered under strict procedures for certain offences committed by male pupils. According to Fadhlina, any caning must adhere to established protocols and cannot be carried out arbitrarily or in an angry manner.
It is also prohibited from causing injury to the student. Every punishment, including caning, must have a clear basis and be recorded in accordance with the applicable provisions. Fadhlina made these remarks during a press conference at Parliament, addressing the recent incident involving the death of Form Four student Irene Sofiyah.
The Education Ministry (MOE) will continue to clarify the procedures governing school caning to ensure that schools, parents, and the public have a clear understanding of what is permitted and what is not allowed.
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