The Role of Forgiveness in Justice: Bridging Punishment and Rehabilitation

This exam investigates the role of forgiveness in justice, particularly how it can bridge the gap between punishment and rehabilitation. It evaluates ethical arguments and implications arising from the concept of forgiveness.

Forgiveness in the context of justice presents significant implications for the restorative justice movement, influencing policies that prioritize rehabilitation over punitive measures and challenging traditional norms.

Students will be assessed on their ability to discuss the ethical implications of forgiveness in justice systems and its potential to transform approaches to punishment and rehabilitation verbally.

Candidates should prepare to discuss diverse perspectives on forgiveness and its application to both individual cases and broader justice system reform.