islam

• What do most religious people believe about wrongdoers?

  They are redeemable and not evil.
• How do religions view evil actions?

  They believe in evil actions, not evil people.
• What is the definition of 'evil'?

  Evil is profoundly immoral and wicked.
• How is 'good' defined in the context of morality?

  Good is morally excellent and virtuous.
• What is often overlooked in discussions about crime?

  The perspective and needs of the victim.
• What organization helps victims of crime?

  Victim Support
• What is capital punishment in Islamic teachings?

  It is used as a deterrent for serious crimes.
• How many countries have abolished the death penalty?

  140 countries
• What significant change occurred in the USA regarding child executions in 2005?

  Child executions were abolished.
• What has happened to over 130 prisoners on death row since 1973 in the USA?

  Their convictions were overturned.
• What are some methods of execution worldwide?

  Firing squad, hanging, lethal injection.
• What does the phrase 'an eye for an eye' imply about capital punishment?

  Murderers should pay with their life.
• Why do some argue against capital punishment?

  It is uncivilized and does not deter crime.
• What is the contradiction in capital punishment according to its opponents?

  Condemning murder while executing murderers.
• What is corporal punishment in Islamic law?

  It allows physical punishment for crimes.
• What does the Qur'an say about theft?

  Cut off the hand of both thieves.
• What is the purpose of corporal punishment?

  To inflict physical pain for criminal acts.
• Where is corporal punishment still practiced?

  Africa, Middle East, Asia, South America.
• What is the aim of parole?

  To reintegrate offenders into society.
• What is a Community Service Order?

  Unpaid work in the local community.
• What is electronic tagging used for?

  To monitor curfews and conditions.
• What is a probation order?

  Serving a sentence outside of prison.
• What are the four main aims of punishment?

  Deterrence, reformation, retribution, protection.
• How does deterrence function in punishment?

  It discourages future criminal behavior.
• What is the purpose of protection in the legal system?

  To safeguard society from dangerous criminals.
• What does retribution mean in the context of punishment?

  Taking revenge on the offender.
• What is the goal of reformation in punishment?

  To change the nature of the offender.
• What are the three key types of crimes?

  Crimes against the person, property, and state.
• What can influence a person's upbringing and lead to crime?

  The environment and morals of their family.
• How can mental illness contribute to crime?

  It may impair understanding of right and wrong.
• How does addiction lead to crime?

  It drives individuals to commit crimes for their habit.
• How can poverty influence criminal behavior?

  It may lead individuals to crime for survival.
• What role do emotions like greed and hate play in crime?

  They can drive individuals to commit crimes.
• Why might individuals oppose existing laws?

  They may consider them unfair or unjust.
• How do religious individuals often respond to unjust laws?

  They feel a duty to oppose them.
• What is the definition of 'evil'?

  Evil is profoundly immoral and wicked.
• What is the definition of 'good'?

  Good is morally excellent and virtuous.
• What does Victim Support provide for crime victims?

  Contact details for support services.
• What does the Qur'an say about mercy in capital punishment?

  Victims' families are encouraged to show mercy.
• What is the significance of the phrase “life for life” in the Qur'an?

  It emphasizes the principle of retribution.