PETALING JAYA: The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) is concerned that schools may impose corporal punishment on pupils following the Education Ministry's proposal to give them more authority in managing and addressing disciplinary issues.
In a statement on Saturday, Suhakam expressed concern over the proposal, which is part of an amendment to the Education (School Discipline) Regulations 1959.
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