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Sri Lanka to ban smartphone use by children under 12 – Minister

Sri Lanka is planning to introduce a ban on the use of smartphones by school children under the age of 12, Child Affairs Minister Saroja Paulraj announced. Speaking at a function attended by school children, the Minister said the government will take a decision to ensure that no child below 12 years of age is allowed to own or use a mobile phone. She said the move aims to protect children from excessive screen time and exposure to harmful online content, while encouraging healthier childhood development and social interaction. (Newswire)   Sri Lanka plans to ban the use of smartphones…

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Sri Lanka to ban smartphone use by children under 12 – Minister

Sri Lanka is planning to introduce a ban on the use of smartphones by school children under the age of 12, Child Affairs Minister Saroja Paulraj announced. Speaking at a function attended by school children, the Minister said the government will take a decision to ensure that no child below 12 years of age is allowed to own or use a mobile phone. She said the move aims to protect children from excessive screen time and exposure to harmful online content, while encouraging healthier childhood development and social interaction. (Newswire)   Sri Lanka plans to ban the use of smartphones…

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