AC 1.2 Flashcards
How Laws Change Culture to culture
what is The definition of Adultery
Sexual relations between a married person and another, with the exception of their spouse
What is the situation of adultery in regards to legality in the UK
Not considered a criminal offences but may have legal consequences in divorce proceedings
Cultures where Adultery is legal
Uk and all other European countries
Cultures where Adultery is illegal
Many countries that are governed by Islamic Law such as Pakistan, Saudi Arabia
Half of American States consider it a crime however as a minor offence
Why does Adultery vary in different cultures
One reason is relgion as the Bible states that adultery is a Sin
Could also relate to the status of women who are owned by their husbands and could be treated as property
What is Honour Crime
Crime where the victim has brought shame on their family,
can include killings for actions such as refusing to enter and arranged marriage or being in a relationship that displeases the family
What is the Situation with Regards to legality in the UK
Such actions are crimes and if a killing is involved it is a murder
Cultures where Honour Crime is legal
Most Honour crimes take place within south asian and middle eastern families
cultures where honour crime is illegal
UK, Europe, Pakistan etc
Why does The law of honour crime vary in different cultures
Such crimes are thought to have orignated from tribal customers, where allegations against a women can damage a families reputation
None of the worlds major religions forgive honour related crimes but perpetrators have sometimes tried to justify their actions on the grounds of religion
What is Homosexuality
Involving or characterised by sexual attraction between the same sex
What is the situation of homosexuality in the UK
Once it was illegal but was partially decriminalised in 1967
Cultures where it is Legal
UK, Europe, USA and Canada
Cultures where it is Illegal
India, Saudi Arabia, Iran and Nigeria
Why is the law of homosexuality vary in different cultures
Religion is a major reason for example the bible says that homosexulaity is a sin
in some cultures it is more of a taboo and something agaisnt the norm, resulting in prejudice
