Right and Left Realism

Question 1

Left Realism

Answer 1

Crime is the result of some groups being marginalised and excluded economically

Crime occurs because of relative deprivation

Police need to be integrated into the community to prevent crime

Question 2

Right Realism

Answer 2

Governments should adopt a zero tolerance to crime

Broken windows are a sign of criminality

Inadequate socialisation leads to crime

Crime is a rational choice made by the criminal