186.The targets set in the implementation of these data banks are: - To facilitate the information circuit from the community level to the central level; - To develop a sustainable and operational database management system. 6. Family environment and alternative care a. Parental responsibility (articles 20 and 20.1) 187.In terms of education, the Constitution in paragraph a of Article 23 states that: " Every child has the right to instruction and to education under the responsibility of the parents within respect for their freedom of choice. »  Taking into account the best interests of the child 188.Act No. 2007-023 of 20 August 2007 on the Rights and Protection of the Child stipulates in its Article 13 that "the responsibility of the child's healthy development is primarily placed in parents", the application this provision must prioritize the best interests of the child regarding the choice of school and its orientation.  Domestic discipline 189.The Malagasy custom accepts the imposition of reasonable corporal punishment to educate Malagasy children following the adage: "zanaka tiana tsy hitsitsiana rotsankazo" meaning that for the good of the child one should not refrain from caning with tree branch provided that it does not exceed the expected goal. The effectiveness of this custom is appreciated based on the child respectful behaviour towards discipline, his/her respect for parents, seniors, elderly, his/her respect for the rights of others, and finally for the law. 190. The implementation of this custom is not incompatible with humane treatment and respect for human dignity. 191. In case of excess, the courts may impose sanctions against parents perpetrators.  Assistance to parents (art 20. 2)  Assistance and support programme to parents 192.When parents are experiencing major difficulties in fulfilling their obligations in terms of education, Article 48 of Act No. 2007-023 of 20 August 2007 states that "when the safety, physical or moral integrity, health or education of a child are compromised, the Juvenile Judge intervenes with the help of social workers, to help and assist the family in its role of natural educator of the child, either by taking appropriate educational assistance and monitoring them. » 31

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