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Sikhism: Crime and Punishment

Sikh attitudes to justice

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  • Paper 2

Overview

Ang 274, how the Gurus showed justice, justice for and support of victims, injustice as a spiritual problem, God's justice, and Humanist and atheist views on fair laws.

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Key term

What does justice mean for Sikhs, and why is it important?

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What does Ang 274 teach about justice, and how did the Gurus uphold it?

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Why does justice matter for victims, and how do Sikhs support them?

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  1. 1

    What does justice mean for Sikhs?

    Model answer

    Justice means fairness, where people receive what they deserve and wrongs are put right. Sikhs see justice as part of God's truth.

  2. 2

    Why is justice important for Sikhs?

    Model answer

    Sikhs believe God is just and wants a fair world for all. The Khalsa has a duty to stand up against injustice.

  3. 3

    What does Ang 274 teach that relates to justice?

    Model answer

    Ang 274, in the Sukhmani, describes the God-conscious person who speaks no lies and hears no slander. Truthful, pure conduct is the root of a just life.

  4. 4

    How did the Gurus show the importance of justice?

    Model answer

    Guru Nanak spoke out against the cruelty of rulers and invaders. Guru Gobind Singh founded the Khalsa to protect the oppressed.

  5. 5

    Why do Sikhs say justice is important for the victim of a crime?

    Model answer

    Justice recognises the harm a victim has suffered and puts right the wrong. Victims can then feel safe and begin to recover.

  6. 6

    How do Sikhs support victims of crime?

    Model answer

    Sikhs offer practical help and comfort to victims as a form of sewa. The sangat stands with victims rather than leaving them alone.

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