According to Law, and as per Chapter III, Section 53 of Pakistan Penal Code can be defined, Punishments are applied for various purposes, most generally, to encourage and enforce proper behavior as defined by society or family. Criminals are punished judicially, by fines, Corporal Punishments or Custodial sentences such as prison; detainees risk further Punishments for breaches of internal rules.
Punishments in Islam
If we look at our Holy Religion Islam, than “limit, boundary”) is an Islamic term referring to punishments which under Islamic law (shariah) are mandated and fixed by ALLAH. Hudud Crimes cannot be pardoned by the victim or by the state, and the punishments must be carried out in public.
What are Some of the Sharia Laws?
In Islam, Sharia Law, or Islamic Law is most famous and religious law forming part of the Islamic tradition. It is derived from the religious precepts of Islam, particularly the Quran and the Hadith.
Major Punishments in Pakistan Penal Code 1860
According to PPC, Section 53 can be defined, The punishments to which offenders are liable under the provisions of this Code are:
- First, Qisas (“retribution”);
- Second, Diyat;
- Third, Arsh− (Pre-specified Compensation);
- Fourth, Daman (Compensation determined by court to be paid by the offender to the victim for causing hurt not liable to Arsh);
- Fifth, Tazir (punishment, usually corporal, that can be administered at the discretion of a judge)
- Sixth, Death;
- Seventh, Imprisonment for life;
- Eighth, Imprisonment which is of two descriptions, namely:–
- Rigorous (i.e., with hard labour);Simple;
- Ninth, Forfeiture of property;
- Tenth, Fine
Capital Punishments in India
As per Indian Penal Code, Capital Punishment is a legal penalty in India. But if we look at the last execution in India to date was of the terrorist Yakub Memon in 2015. The Supreme Court in Mithu vs. State of Punjab struck down Section 303 of the Indian Penal Code, which provided for a mandatory death sentence for offenders serving a life sentence
Punishments in Saudi Arabia
Some Examples:
- Adultery (Unmarried adulterers can be sentenced to 100 lashes, married ones can be sentenced to stoning.)
- Apostasy (Apostates are sentenced to beheading but are usually given three days to repent and return to Islam.)
- Atheism.
- Armed Robbery.
- Blasphemy.
- Burglary.
- Carjacking.
- Aircraft Hijacking.
Punishments in UAE
In United Arab Emirates current law allows the death penalty for apostasy from Islam, treason, murder, rape, aggravated robbery, kidnapping, terrorism, and drug trafficking, although death sentences are frequently commuted to life sentences.
Capital Punishments in Australia
Capital punishment in Australia has been abolished in all jurisdictions. Queensland abolished the death penalty in 1922. Tasmania did the same in 1968, the federal government abolished the death penalty in 1973, with application also in the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory.
Capital Punishments in United States of America
There are lot of Capital Punishments in USA, so it is a legal penalty in the United States, currently used by 31 states, the federal government, and the military. Its existence can be traced to the beginning of the American colonies. The United States is the only Western country currently applying the death penalty, There were no executions in the United States between 1967 and 1977. In 1972, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down capital punishment statutes in Furman v. Georgia, reducing all death sentences pending at the time to life imprisonment.
Capital Punishments in United Kingdom
United Kingdom was used from ancient times until the second half of the 20th century. The last executions in the United Kingdom were by hanging, and took place in 1964, prior to capital punishment being abolished for murder (in 1965 in Great Britain and in 1973 in Northern Ireland).
Major Types of Punishments
The following are five of the most commonly seen types of criminal punishment:
- Incapacitation.
- Deterrence.
- Retribution.
- Rehabilitation.
- Restoration.
Example of a Punishment?
Positive Punishment: This type of punishment is also known as “Punishment by Application.” Positive punishment involves presenting an aversive stimulus after a behavior has occurred. For example, when a student talks out of turn in the middle of class, the teacher might scold the child for interrupting her.
Example of Negative Punishment?
These are try to think of it as taking away a certain desired item after the undesired behavior happens in order to decrease future responses.
Examples of Positive Punishments?
The following are some examples of positive punishment: A child picks his nose during class and the teacher reprimands him in front of his classmates.
Four Major Justifications for Punishments?
There are four types of justification for punishment, retribution, deterrence, rehabilitation, and societal protection.
Four Main Purposes of Punishments?
Punishment has five recognized purposes: deterrence, incapacitation, rehabilitation, retribution, and restitution.
Famous Punishments for Kids
Here are some reasons why experts discourage spanking:
Spanking teaches kids that it’s OK to hit when they’re angry.
Spanking can physically harm children.
Rather than teaching kids how to change their behavior, spanking makes them fearful of their parents and merely teaches them to avoid getting caught.
How can you Punish your Child?
Fill the Attention Basket. Kids need attention, plain and simple.
Take Time for Training. As you think about how to discipline your child, it’s important to remember that the word discipline is rooted in meanings of learning and
teaching.
Set Limits and Stick to Them.
Difference Between Discipline and Punishments?
Discipline is a positive method of teaching a child self-control, confidence, and responsibility. The key to positive discipline is teaching a child what behavior is okay
and what behavior is not okay.
Types of Criminal Punishments
- Deterrence.
- Incapacitation.
- Prison. reform. abolition.
- Prisoner. prisoner abuse. prisoners’ rights.
- Rehabilitation.
- Recidivism.
Different Theories of Punishments?
Governments have several theories to support the use of punishment to maintain order in society. Theories of punishments can be divided into two general philosophies: utilitarian and retributive. The utilitarian theory of punishment seeks to punish offenders to discourage, or “deter,” future wrongdoing.