India to introduce comprehensive sex education in schools and colleges nationwide

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The Indian government has informed the Supreme Court that it will formally introduce comprehensive sex education across schools and colleges in the country. This follows the government's acceptance of a committee report recommending the significant curriculum overhaul. The move is aimed at tackling issues such as adolescent pregnancies and cases being prosecuted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Topics including child sexual abuse and personal safety will be incorporated from foundational levels of education. The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has been tasked with developing the new curriculum.

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