Question

discuss guidelines for using punishment wisely and why using punishment can become “habit-forming”

Answer 1

Punishment is something which is being provided for suppressing unwanted behaviour. There must be a logical punishment. If suitable punishment is not being provided then it cause reverse effects also. Unreasonable punishment may create a resilient behaviour.

Suppose there is an officer. He is very honest towards his duties. He becomes victim of his colleagues who entangled his name in some wrongful act through fabricated office orders. If the honest officer gets punishment then first he will try to put his facts. He will try to evade such punishment through his logical reasoning.

Suppose he tries his best yet he has been proven guilty because of lethargic behaviours of his superior officer. He will get punishment without any wrongdoing. This will create negative impact for him. He will not trust the judicial system. He will become careless and less motivated.

It is also a possibility that he may also get involved in unlawful activities. All these occurred due to wrong intentions of some other person. Punishment must be given before checking the track record of person. Proper investigation should also take place before making any decision.

Various circumstances should also be analysed in which the crime has taken place. Efficiency and value of the person should also be analysed before reading any punishment phrase. Impact of decision on society should also be analysed before making any judgement.

Impartiality should be there before providing punishment to someone. Positive punishment brings constructive changes in society and it should be kept on priority.