Physical violence against children is the most prevalent form of violence encountered. Physical violence is seen as a form of disciplinary action to control children in many societies. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), established to safeguard children from circumstances that impede their development, including neglect, abuse and violence, and to ensure their healthy development, is one of the significant importance in preventing violence against children. The UNCRC has established fundamental rights and imposed certain responsibilities on states with the aim of ensuring that children can maintain a healthy physical, psychological and social development. Firstly, this study presents a conceptual framework about physical violence against children. Then , ıt discusses data on physical violence against children in Türkiye, including statistics from TUIK, and national and international legal regulations. Finally, the global context regarding the issue of physical abuse against children was discussed, and the study was concluded with a summary and recommendations.