France Bans Smartphones in Schools: The trend of smart devices is increasing day by day. On one hand, smartphones have made people’s lives easier, on the other hand, its increasing use is proving to be fatal for people’s health. Be it young, old or children, everyone is getting addicted to smartphones. Seeing the danger of mobile addiction in children, the French government has taken a big step.
France has banned the use of smartphones in schools. Smartphones cannot be used by children aged 15 years or less in French schools. The French government has issued a press release in which this ban has been discussed. According to this, students will no longer be able to use any other type of electronic communication devices other than smartphones in schools and colleges. This also includes tablets.
These students will get discount
This ban will be applicable not only during school hours but also during extracurricular activities. However, these can be used as medical devices for students with medical or health conditions. But for this, the institute or school will have to clarify under which circumstances and in which places this permission is given.
This decision can prove to be helpful for children
This step taken by the French government can prove to be helpful for children. According to experts, smartphones have started creating many obstacles in people’s lives. It is badly affecting their physical development, mental stability, and time spent outside. In such a situation, it is important that the more children are kept away from smartphones, the better it is.
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