Evaluate The Contribution Of Marxist Theories To Our Understanding Of Crime& Deviance

Question 1

What is the argument ?

Answer 1

Capitalism is criminogenic. This means that it causes crime due to its nature.

Question 2

How can you demonstrate this argument?

Answer 2

Capitalism is the exploitation of the proletariats in order to benefit the bourgeoisie. This leads to the working class living in poverty and being frustrated