Social construction of criminality (Culture) 1.2 Flashcards
1
Q
Polygamy?
A
Illegal in UK 6months to 7 years prison time, most Muslim majority countries allow it
Malaysia, India, Singapore
2
Q
Why does the law vary in different countries?
A
The Quran permits men to do it, tradition as it has been practised in some African societies.
3
Q
Adultery?
A
Legal in most countries including UK, India made it a crime 2018
Most societies that criminalise it are Muslim majority ones
4
Q
Why does the law vary?
A
Religion as most condemn adultery, against the 10 commandments
5
Q
Homosexuality?
A
Legal in the UK, male homosexuality is illegal in 72 countries
6
Q
Why does the law vary?
A
Religion has traditionally condemned adultery, sexism and public opinion
