Singapore has recently updated its school guidelines to allow caning as a disciplinary measure for male students who engage in bullying, including cyberbullying. This decision permits a maximum of three strokes of caning, administered under supervision, and only after other disciplinary methods have been exhausted. The move has reignited a global debate about the role of corporal punishment in education, with many questioning its effectiveness and morality. Critics argue that such measures may not address the root causes of bullying and could lead to further issues in student behavior and mental health. As countries around the world reassess their disciplinary practices, Singapore's decision serves as a focal point in the ongoing discussion about the appropriateness of corporal punishment in schools.