Bihar cracks down on heavy school bags: NCERT 10% rule made mandatory in all schools

“Bihar's Education Department mandates private and government-aided schools to adhere to NCERT guidelines, limiting school bag weight to 10% of a child's body weight. Schools must install weighing scales for regular checks, with violations leading to action. This policy aims to reduce physical burden and promote student health and overall development.

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