Justice is a term heard nearly every day, all around the world. Its mentioning ranges anywhere from national anthems and pledges to the more mundane tv show title or pop song. For a term that is used so often, its true definition is very elusive due to many different interpretations. While some believe justice should be swift, fierce, and merciless, others see it as a simple chastisement followed by a second chance. After reading “Rough Justice” and “Welcome to the World’s Nicest Prison”, these differential views become very apparent. Countries with a strict system of justice believe that a harsh punishments will instill enough fear to prevent further crimes, while systems with a more lenient justice system believe proper rehabilitation deters crime.
The article “Rough Justice” gives the reader a glimpse of Singapore's system of punishment when …show more content…
After reading the data, it is evident that many believe that they do not. The author states,”Since 1988, government statistics show there has been a steady decline in the crime rate from 223 per 10,000 residents to 175 per 10,000 last year.” Though unconventional and disapproved of by many, the data makes it clear that Singapore’s methods of punishing criminal does in fact deter crime rates. The passage also gives possible insight into how Singaporean society views justice. Asian culture differs greatly from its Western counterparts, especially regarding this topic. The article states,’[In Singapore,] “it is better that an innocent person be convicted if the common welfare is protected than for a guilty person to be free to inflict harm on the community.’” This utilitarian mindset provides a strong base for the country’s opinion and makes it apparent that many in Singapore view Justice as a wrong being avenged to benefit the majority, no matter the
The article “Rough Justice” gives the reader a glimpse of Singapore's system of punishment when …show more content…
After reading the data, it is evident that many believe that they do not. The author states,”Since 1988, government statistics show there has been a steady decline in the crime rate from 223 per 10,000 residents to 175 per 10,000 last year.” Though unconventional and disapproved of by many, the data makes it clear that Singapore’s methods of punishing criminal does in fact deter crime rates. The passage also gives possible insight into how Singaporean society views justice. Asian culture differs greatly from its Western counterparts, especially regarding this topic. The article states,’[In Singapore,] “it is better that an innocent person be convicted if the common welfare is protected than for a guilty person to be free to inflict harm on the community.’” This utilitarian mindset provides a strong base for the country’s opinion and makes it apparent that many in Singapore view Justice as a wrong being avenged to benefit the majority, no matter the