According to Salmond, which theory of punishment out of the following, is in itself not a remedy for the mischief of the offence but an aggravation of it and invites pain and suffering and is offensive of the considerations of the humanity?
A
Retributive
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B
Deterrent
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C
Preventive
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D
Expiatory
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Solution
The correct option is D Retributive Retributive theory is based in the concept that the accused must be punished with pain and suffering that is proportional to the pain and suffering inflicted on the victim. It is based on the principle of- eye for an eye, Tooth for tooth.