In Semai Society Which of the Following Is True of Becharaa

question 27

Multiple Choice

In Semai society which of the following is true of becharaa?

• A) Conflicts are rarely resolved during these meetings.
• B) They allow parties accused of wrongdoing to be tried and convicted.
• C) They can last for several days and nights.
• D) No one acts as a headman or leader during these meetings.

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Definitions:

Incapacitation

The state of being disabled or deprived of legal power or physical capabilities.

Retribution

A principle of justice that advocates for punishment to be proportional to the crime, serving as a form of moral vengeance.

Theory of Punishment

A set of principles discussing the rationale and justification for punishing individuals who break the law.

Fear of Punishment

The anticipation of experiencing negative consequences or sanctions as a result of engaging in wrongful or illegal acts, often used as a deterrent.