10 Questions
What legislation was enacted in Dominica in the 1970s that targeted Rastafarians?
The Prohibited and Unlawful Societies and Associations Act No. 32 of 1974
What immunity did security forces receive under the Dominican legislation?
Immunity from killing members of the Rastafarian movement
Which incentive, according to Elliott and Quinn, is a powerful deterrent against immoral conduct?
Loss of status and being shunned by the community
What are the divisive views on legalizing sex work mentioned in the text?
Reduction of health risks and economic benefits
What were the grounds for arresting Rastafarians without warrant?
Wearing dreadlocks
Who suggested that the law had not accepted the proponents of Rastafarianism in Dominica?
Antoine
What legislation provided immunity for killing or injuring members of an unlawful association found inside a dwellinghouse?
The Prohibited and Unlawful Societies and Associations Act No. 32 of 1974
What were the views of many persons mentioned in the text regarding prisoners and teenagers having access to condoms?
Opposition to access to condoms due to moral reasons
What was the significance of the 'Dread Act' in Dominica?
It allowed the shooting of Rastafarians on sight
What did Elliott and Quinn state about moral values in society?
Moral values are reinforced by pressures in society
Test your knowledge on the differences between public law, which involves the state's power and control over individuals, and private law, which deals with the rights and duties of individuals within society. Understand the legal relationships and transactions in both types of law.
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