The Three aims of Punishment Flashcards
1
Q
What is Retribution?
A
Punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong
2
Q
What is Deterrence?
A
The action of discouraging an action or event through instilling doubt or fear of the consequence
3
Q
What is Reformation?
A
The action or process of reforming an institution or practice
4
Q
Quote for Retribution:
A
life for a life
5
Q
Quote for Reformation:
A
‘Over come evil with good’
‘If your enemy is hungry, feed him’
6
Q
What is Restorative Justice?
A
It allows victims to communicate with the offender, often with the aim of a face to face meeting
7
Q
Give a deterrent quote from the Quran:
A
‘Cut off the hands of thieves’
