Aims of punishment
In this lesson, we will focus on Christian, Muslim and non-religious views on the aims of punishment.
Aims of punishment
In this lesson, we will focus on Christian, Muslim and non-religious views on the aims of punishment.
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Key learning points
- Retribution, deterrence, reformation
- Christian, Muslim and non-religious responses to these aims of punishment
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You will need two different coloured pens: black or blue and another coloured pen, such as green or red.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Muslims believe that Shari'ah law can be unjust
True
Q2.
Some Christians believe you should punish a criminal as severely as the crime they committed?
False
Q3.
Which of the four sources of Shari'ah is missing from this list: Qur'an, Sunnah/Hadith, Qiyas...?
Haram
Jihad
Shari'ah
Q4.
Which of the following may Christians and Muslims believe should never be an acceptable reason for crime?
Mental illness
Upbringing
Q5.
Muslims believe there is no duty to forgive.
False
5 Questions
Q1.
Which of the following is not an aim of punishment?
Deterrence
Reformation
Retribution
Q2.
Which aim of punishment would many Christians say is the most effective/best aim of punishment?
Deterrence
Retribution
Q3.
In Islam, the majority of Muslims would say that reformation is the best aim of punishment.
True
Q4.
The purpose of punishment in the UK is to bring about a positive outcome
False
Q5.
All non-religious people will agree on the best aims of punishment
True