Delhi High Court issues Guidelines on Smartphone Use in Schools

Y V Vs Kendriya Vidyalaya & Ors. (Delhi High Court) Summary: The Delhi High Court in Y V Vs Kendriya Vidyalaya & Ors. addressed the issue of smartphone use in schools following an incident involving a minor student. The case highlighted the misuse of smartphones on school premises and the absence of comprehensive guidelines to regulate their use. The Court emphasized the evolving role of technology in education and noted that a complete ban on smartphones was neither practical nor beneficial. Instead, a balanced approach was deemed necessary to ensure safety while minimizing distractio...