Watch: Man Slaps, Punches School-Going Boy For ‘Flirting’ With His Girlfriend

The discussion about the healthiness of flirting is often prolonged and intense. It revolves around the question of whether certain boundaries are being violated, particularly when engaging in flirtatious behaviour in inappropriate situations. Failure to recognise these boundaries can potentially transform what might have been considered harmless flirting into a situation characterised as straightforward harassment. Social media, the breeding ground for diverse opinions, recently witnessed a viral video capturing a confrontation between a school-going student and a man who accused him of flirting with his girlfriend. This incident reignited discussions on the boundaries of flirting and the consequences it can lead to.

The catalyst for this debate was an alleged incident involving a school student who found himself in hot water after reportedly flirting with a girl already in a relationship with another man. The situation escalated when the aggrieved boyfriend confronted the student, resulting in a physical altercation. The entire episode was captured on video and quickly gained traction on social media platforms.

Disclaimer: Abusive language in video, viewer discretion is advised

The post garnered significant attention, amassing 70,000 views and sparking a diverse range of opinions in the comments section. Users took different stances on the matter, with some questioning the age of the assaulter and speculating on his relationship with the teen girl. Others sided with the man, asserting that defending one’s partner was a justifiable cause for such actions. Meanwhile, a lighter tone was set by those making humourous comments on the situation.

One user advised caution before engaging in flirtatious behaviour, suggesting that individuals should inquire about the other person’s relationship status and even get a signed declaration to avoid misunderstandings.

Another user expressed concern about the man’s age and questioned the morality of involving minors in such situations.

A third user took a lighthearted approach, labelling the incident as a ‘college boy dating a school girl’ and describing it as bullying against a schoolboy.

Several comments in the section identified the school uniform worn by the student as that of Kendriya Vidyalaya.

As a piece of cautionary advice, flirting involves the art of charming someone with whom you share a romantic interest, and there’s a mutual indication that the other party is also interested. On the contrary, harassment constitutes unsolicited behaviours directed at someone who has given no indication that such actions would be welcomed or appreciated.