Final Contemporary Crime Quiz

Question 1

What is the meaning of global crime

Answer 1

Global crime refers to a crime committed in one part of the world while its effect is felt in another part of the world

Question 2

What are some examples of global crime

Answer 2

Examples of global crime are: money laundering, smuggling of illegal immigrants, green crimes, cyber-crimes and international terrorism

Question 3

What is the meaning of globalisation

Answer 3

Globalisation is the interconnectedness of the world through innovative technology and increased international trade

Question 4

What does one mean by economic globalisation

Answer 4

Economic globalisation refers to the increase in movement of goods and services between countries and transnational corporations

Question 5

What are the two main ways in which economic globalisation affects crime

Answer 5

The two ways in which economic globalisation affects crime are-

1) it widens the gap between the rich and the poor
2) it leads to an increase in financial crimes

Question 6

What is the meaning of cultural globalisation

Answer 6

Cultural globalisation refers to the increase in communication between people and the intermixing of various cultures

Question 7

What is the effect of cultural globalisation on crime

Answer 7

Cultural globalisation has led to an increase in cultural clashes in some cases, which in turn has led to increased activity in international terrorism. On the positive side, it has also led to codification of crimes by a lot of countries due to globally recognised rights

Question 8

How has technological globalisation increased the scope Of crime

Answer 8

Technology globalisation has led to the internet being predominant in our transactions- this has allowed crimes to transcend physical boundaries