Which act does not typically fall under the definition of malignant punishment of a child?

The choice of corporal punishment used in education does not typically fall under the definition of malignant punishment of a child because it is often viewed within the context of disciplinary practices in educational settings rather than as abusive behavior. In many jurisdictions, limited forms of corporal punishment are legally permissible and practiced in schools, distinguishing it from actions that inflict serious harm or are deemed abusive.

On the other hand, physical abuse resulting in injury, emotional neglect, and sexual exploitation represent more serious forms of harm. Physical abuse involves actions that cause identifiable injuries, while emotional neglect can have long-lasting psychological effects, thus qualifying as malicious. Sexual exploitation is a severe violation of a child's rights and welfare. All three represent forms of maltreatment that are widely recognized as abusive actions under child protection laws.