An Analytical Study on Capital Punishment: Ethics, Law and Society

Capital punishment or death penalty is a legal punishment in which a criminal is sentenced to death for his serious crimes. This punishment has been controversial around the world and its implementation varies in different countries. In India, death penalty is applied only in cases of extremely serious crimes like murder , terrorism and treason. Death penalty can be given under the Indian Penal Code ( IPC) , but its decision depends on the discretion of the court and the severity of the case. There are many arguments against the death penalty , including violation of human rights , risk of wrongful conviction , and lack of deterrent effect of punishment. It is argued in its support that it works as a measure of justice and deterrence for serious crimes. However , many countries, including India, are considering abolishing it , and many countries have already abolished it. The subject is being debated globally. Judicial decisions ensure that the death penalty is only given when no other punishment is appropriate and the severity of the offender's crime poses a danger to society. The challenges associated with the death penalty , such as the risk of wrongful conviction and human rights violations , make it a complex and controversial issue.