Sex Education Should Be Included In School Curriculum From Younger Age, Not Limited To Classes IX To XII : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court urged rethinking the scope and timing of sex education in school curricula, observing that limiting it to Classes IX–XII is inadequate. The Court recommended integrating age-appropriate, scientifically grounded sex education from younger grades to teach bodily autonomy, consent, health, and safety. It emphasised the role of schools in preventing abuse and promoting informed choices, urging authorities to adopt a rights-based educational approach.