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What legislation was enacted in Dominica in the 1970s that targeted Rastafarians?

The Prohibited and Unlawful Societies and Associations Act No. 32 of 1974 (correct)

The Prohibited and Unlawful Societies and Associations Act No. 31 of 1974

The Dread Act No. 32 of 1974

The Dread Act No. 31 of 1974

What immunity did security forces receive under the Dominican legislation?

Immunity from arresting Rastafarians without warrant

Immunity from shooting Rastafarians on sight

Immunity from killing members of the Rastafarian movement (correct)

Immunity from injuring Rastafarians inside a dwellinghouse

Which incentive, according to Elliott and Quinn, is a powerful deterrent against immoral conduct?

Imprisonment

Loss of status and being shunned by the community (correct)

Loss of property

Financial penalties

What are the divisive views on legalizing sex work mentioned in the text?

Reduction of health risks and economic benefits Signup and view all the answers

What were the grounds for arresting Rastafarians without warrant?

Wearing dreadlocks Signup and view all the answers

Who suggested that the law had not accepted the proponents of Rastafarianism in Dominica?

Antoine Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 'Dread Act' in Dominica?

It allowed the shooting of Rastafarians on sight Signup and view all the answers

What did Elliott and Quinn state about moral values in society?

Moral values are reinforced by pressures in society Signup and view all the answers