10 Questions
Which century saw significant progress in prison work?
19th century
What were some features of the punitive philosophy in prisons established between 1819 and 1870?
Mass treatment, enforced silence, idleness, regimented rules, severe punishment
Who was the Director of the prisons of Valencia, Spain, in 1835?
Manuel Montesimos
What did Manuel Montesimos implement for inmates under 20 years of age?
Academic classes of one hour a day
What role did the penal administrators in Europe play in the reformatory system?
Contributed to the progressive development
Who was the French historian and philosopher who analyzed law as an expression of justice?
Charles Montesquieu
Which philosopher believed that fear of shame was a deterrent to crime?
Voltaire
Who was the leader in the reform of English Criminal law and devised the concept of the PANOPTICON PRISON?
Jeremy Bentham
Which individual, the sheriff of Bedsfordshire, recommended reforms in English Prisons including single cells for sleeping and segregation of women and youth?
John Howard
What did John Howard recommend to abolish in English Prisons to improve the system?
The fee system by which jailers obtained money from prisoners
Learn about two important Enlightenment philosophers - Montesquieu and Voltaire. Explore their beliefs on law, morality, justice, and crime prevention.
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