Marxism

Question 1

What is marxism

Answer 1

Marxism is a structural theory asserting that the unequal structure of capitalist society shapes criminal behavior.

Question 2

What was his key ideas

Answer 2

Bourgeoisie: The ruling class that owns the businesses, banks, land, and the means of production.

Proletariat: The working class who labour for the bourgeoisie.

Question 3

What is the significance of alienation in Marxist theory of crime?

Answer 3

Alienation among the proletariat due to exploitation and inequality can lead to feelings of frustration, resulting in violent or vandalistic crimes.

Question 4

How does capitalism create crime according to Marxism?

Answer 4

Capitalism creates crime by fostering poverty and inequality, which compel individuals to commit crimes for survival.

Question 5

What role does consumerism play in Marxist theory of crime?

Answer 5

Consumerism pressures individuals to obtain goods through theft or other criminal means due to the constant promotion of consumer goods in capitalism.

Question 6

What is a key limitation of Marxism regarding its focus on crime?

Answer 6

Marxism’s focus on class inequality overlooks other important inequalities, such as those related to gender and ethnicity.

Question 7

Strengths of marxism

Answer 7

Demonstrates how the law reflects power differences between social classes and how inequality can lead to criminal behaviour.

Marxism provides a comprehensive explanation for crime across social classes and highlights the effects of selective law enforcement on white-collar crime.

Question 8

Case study - Bhopal Plant in India

Answer 8

Case where 45 tons of Methl isocynate gas leaked from a plant owned by the Indian Union

this caused the gas to leak to neighbourhoods killing over 15,000 people from respiratory problems.

Question 9

How does this Case display Marxism

Answer 9

The company neglected substandard operating and safety regulations which highlighted corporate negligence