Class 4 Student Forced to Write Obscene Abuses as Punishment, School Removes Two Teachers
Class 4 Student Forced to Write Obscene Abuses as Punishment, School Removes Two Teachers (Representational image )
A minor quarrel between students led to a disturbing punishment at St. Mary’s Church School; the Child Welfare Committee has initiated an inquiry.
In a shocking case from Dhanbad, Jharkhand, a fourth-grade student was reportedly forced to write pages filled with obscene abuses as punishment for a minor classroom altercation. The incident took place at St. Mary’s Church School, where two female teachers allegedly assigned the student 15-20 pages of explicit abusive language and even gave similar homework.
The incident came to light when the child’s mother, a resident of Kusum Vihar, noticed her son was visibly scared after school. Upon questioning, the boy broke down and showed his notebook—filled with pages of obscene words. His mother immediately approached the school management and demanded action.
According to the mother, the situation began after her son was targeted by classmates who wrote “mad” on his back and threw paper at him. When she raised the issue with a teacher, the teacher allegedly dismissed her concerns and accused the child of habitual abusive behavior.
Despite the child denying these claims and offering to verify via CCTV footage, he was reportedly ordered to write multiple pages of offensive language. The child’s mother further claimed that he was instructed to bring more such abuses as homework.
Following the complaint, the school management acknowledged that the incident came to their notice only after the holiday break. They promptly removed both teachers and issued an apology to the family. Principal of the school admitted the method used was “absolutely wrong” and claimed it was intended to correct abusive behavior—a justification the family and authorities have rejected.
The Child Welfare Committee (CWC) has taken cognisance of the matter and is treating it with seriousness. CWC Chairman Uttam Mukherjee confirmed that a written complaint has been sought and assured strict action under the Juvenile Justice Act.
“This is a serious violation of a child’s rights. A formal inquiry will be conducted and appropriate legal steps will be taken,” Mukherjee said.
The case has raised questions about teacher training, child sensitivity, and the psychological impact of such punishments in educational institutions.
