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His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat, in reply to this question said:

One can only make efforts in this regard and give their children time and company. Some parents give these [tablets and screens] to their children to keep them occupied so that they may go about their day. Children should not be watching programmes that can have a negative impact on their upbringing. Parents ought to monitor the programmes their children watch and communicate clear limits, ensuring they do not exceed one hour of screen time.

One should also explain the ill effects of spending too much time on screens, such as the impact it has on the eyes, the negative effects on concentration levels, and the impact on studies. “Thus, like this, make them understand. Befriend them, and they shall understand. And, most importantly, pray that Allah protects them from the harmful effects.”

His Holiness added that while it may not be possible to completely prevent children from using screens, parents should limit their usage to one hour per day. He mentioned that many mothers have written to him, sharing that when they implemented this rule, their children understood and adhered to it.