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South Korea will ban mobile phones and smart devices in schools during class hours starting March 2026. The new law aims to reduce smartphone addiction, which affects students' focus and academic performance. Teachers can stop phone use on school grounds, and schools will teach proper device use. Some students and teachers question the ban, saying it may not solve the root problem. Exceptions exist for students with disabilities and emergency use. The bill passed with strong support in the South Korean parliament. Other countries like France, Italy, and China have similar restrictions, but South Korea is among the few to make it a law nationwide. (Updated 27 Aug 2025, 13:14 IST; source: link)