At what age should an Indian child get a phone?

However, through surveys, it has been estimated that the average age to get a smartphone for a child is around 10 – 12 years. Given the present scenario which is unsafe for children, a cell phone becomes necessary so that we are aware of the whereabouts of our children.

Is mobile phone necessary for students?

A mobile device works wonders when used correctly by the student. It’s important students learn with these devices so they can effectively participate in the workforce. Also, these phones provide a link between students and their parents, which has an important role to play in ensuring their safety.

Should a 8th grader have a phone?

Why 8th grade? Many experts agree that it is best to wait until at least 14 before exposing children to smartphones. Some parents wanted to wait even longer but thought this was a good line in the sand to at least help keep smartphones out of elementary school and most of middle school.

Do Indian schools have prom?

It”s called the prom night, and some might argue it exists in India in different forms like “school socials” and garba and dandiya nights. On this day, young boys and girls end school and bid goodbye to their school mates in a frolicking extravaganza at which they are said to spend more than just money.

What is the right age to own a phone?

04/4The bottom line Ultimately, you have to remember that there is no right or wrong age to give the phone to your little one. Every child is different and their maturity level varies too. So, the right age is when you as a parent feel that your kid is ready– it can be 8th grade or the end of the high school.

What is the minimum age to own a phone?

Although many experts claim between the ages of 12 and 14 are fine for children to own a smartphone, many watchdog organizations like Common Sense Media stress the importance of judging a child’s emotional readiness too.

What percentage of Indians have phones?

In 2020, the penetration rate of smartphone in India reached 54 percent and was estimated to reach 96 percent in 2040, more than doubled from financial year 2016, when only 22 percent of the mobile subscribers were using smartphone. In 2020, the volume of smartphone shipments across India was around 149.7 million.

Why mobile phones are bad for students?

There are certain harmful health effects, which might be caused by the immoderate use of cell phones. Apart from cancer risk, mobile phones influence our nervous system. They may cause headaches, decreased attention, shortness of temper, sleep disorders and depression, mostly among teenagers.

What is the best grade to get a phone?

Please share with your child that many families in their grade have decided that it is better to wait to have a smartphone until at least 8th grade. You can discuss with your child the many reasons families in their community are waiting until children are older for the smartphone.

Who started until 8th?

Brooke Shannon
Brooke Shannon is the Executive Director and founder of Wait Until 8th. She lives in Austin with her husband Michael and three daughters.