Question

What were the advantages and disadvantages of public executions of offenders? Would you favor televised public executions of offenders? If not, why not?

Answer 1

1. The death penalty is considered to be the topmost form of punishment. In some countries, a public execution is carried out.
2. I won't support televised public executions.

Explanation:

Advantages of public execution:

• The society will have a fear of being punished in the same manner if such a crime is repeated.
• The Public will be aware of the true nature of the procedure.
• A further check could be made on the officials carrying out the execution.

Disadvantages of public execution:

• It is a dehumanized procedure.
• The scene won't be a peaceful or soothing one for every audience.
• It may disturb the mental stability of many people.
• It may also lower public morality.

I won't support broadcasting of public execution through television because:

• It violates or degrades the privacy of the victims and their families.
• An image of cruelty will be sowed in the mind of a small or young generation. It can be misunderstood by them.