Questions and Answers
What is capital punishment and what are its main arguments for and against?
Capital punishment, also known as the death penalty, is the legally authorized killing of a person as punishment for a crime. Its main arguments for include deterrence, retribution, and justice, while arguments against include the risk of executing innocent individuals, the potential for racial bias, and the belief that it violates the right to life.
What are some reasons why some countries have abolished capital punishment?
Some reasons why countries have abolished capital punishment include the belief that it violates human rights, the possibility of executing innocent individuals, the lack of evidence for its deterrent effect, and the existence of alternative forms of punishment that are considered more humane and effective.
What is the current global trend regarding capital punishment?
The current global trend regarding capital punishment is towards abolition. Over the years, the number of countries that have abolished the death penalty in law or practice has significantly increased, reflecting a growing recognition of its flaws and the need for more humane forms of punishment.
