The treatment of criminals (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Quizzes
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What are the three aims of punishment that Christians acknowledge?
What are the three aims of punishment that Christians acknowledge?
Deterrence, retribution, rehabilitation
Why do Christians believe all people, including criminals, have inherent dignity and worth?
Why do Christians believe all people, including criminals, have inherent dignity and worth?
They are created by God
Which essential human rights must be preserved even during punishment of criminals?
Which essential human rights must be preserved even during punishment of criminals?
Access to food, water & basic dignity
Which Bible verse supports the principle of fair hearings before judgement?
Which Bible verse supports the principle of fair hearings before judgement?
John 7:51
Why do Christians support the use of jury systems?
Why do Christians support the use of jury systems?
Groups evaluate evidence objectively
What is the majority Christian view on using torture in criminal justice?
What is the majority Christian view on using torture in criminal justice?
Most reject it
When might some Christians consider torture acceptable?
When might some Christians consider torture acceptable?
To prevent greater harm to many innocents
What three purposes do prisons serve according to most Christians?
What three purposes do prisons serve according to most Christians?
Protect society, deter, reform
What prison conditions do many Christians advocate for?
What prison conditions do many Christians advocate for?
Against overcrowding, for healthcare access
Why do Christians generally reject corporal punishment like caning or flogging?
Why do Christians generally reject corporal punishment like caning or flogging?
It seeks revenge rather than justice
What are examples of community service work mentioned in the note?
What are examples of community service work mentioned in the note?
Cleaning public spaces, removing graffiti
Why do many Christians believe community service can be effective?
Why do many Christians believe community service can be effective?
Reforms criminals & educates about impact