Sociological Perspectives on State Crime

• What is the main focus of the study material?

  State crime and its sociological perspectives
• What is the link between poverty and state crime according to the material?

  Poverty and corruption reinforce each other
• How do political leaders in developing countries view politics?

  As a means to gain personal wealth
• What is a rational response for political leaders in unstable countries?

  To prioritize personal gain over public service
• What does corruption often involve in developing countries?

  Siphoning public funds into private accounts
• What example is given of government harm to citizens?

  Nigerian government allowing Shell to pollute
• Which countries are mentioned as examples of political terror?

  Zimbabwe and Sudan
• What conditions can lead to civil war according to the text?

  Poor treatment of populations by governments
• What extreme outcomes can result from civil unrest?

  Control by terrorist organizations
• What is the Dependency Theorist perspective on state crime?

  State crimes occur in both rich and poor countries
• What historical crimes are associated with the development of capitalism?

  Colonialism and slavery
• How does the USA exemplify state crime?

  By going to war in Iraq against UN conventions
• What does John Pilger's film 'War on Democracy' highlight?

  USA's military interventions in over 50 countries
• What is the stance of Western countries on human rights abuses?

  They often ignore abuses if beneficial
• What is the Dependency Perspective's view on state crime?

  It is systematic for development and exploitation
• What do Functionalists believe about laws in nation states?

  They reflect the collective morality of the people
• How do agents of the state contribute to social order?

  By policing and punishing criminal behavior
• What role do functioning governments play in modern societies?

  They provide essential public goods and infrastructure
• What is the overall Functionalist view on state crime in developed countries?

  It is not a significant problem
• What is the relationship between poverty and corruption as mentioned in the material?

  Poverty leads to increased corruption levels
• What is the significance of the Corruption Index?

  It shows the link between poverty and corruption
• How do political leaders in unstable countries respond to threats?

  By prioritizing personal wealth accumulation
• What are the consequences of poor treatment of populations?

  It can lead to civil war and crimes against humanity
• What is the Dependency Theory's view on state crime in developed nations?

  State crime is not limited to developing nations
• What are the two historical crimes associated with capitalism?

  Colonialism and slavery
• What does the Dependency Perspective suggest about rich countries?

  They exploit poor countries for their own gain
• How do Functionalists view the role of laws in society?

  As a reflection of collective morality
• What is the Functionalist perspective on state crime in developed countries?

  It is not a significant issue