While the countries have taken their respective firm stands on the issue, it is interesting to note the religious views regarding capital punishment. For example, there is no official Hindu line on capital punishment. However, Hinduism opposes killing, violence and revenge, in line with the principle of ahimsa (non-violence). India still retains the death penalty.Among Buddhists; there is disagreement as to whether or not Buddhism forbids the death penalty. The first of the Five Precepts (Pancha-sheela) is to abstain from destruction of life.
Muslims believe that capital punishment is a most severe sentence but one that may be commanded by a court for crimes of suitable severity. While there may be more profound punishment at the hands of God, there is also room for an earthly punishment.Methods of execution in Islamic countries vary and can include beheading, firing squad, hanging and stoning. In some countries public executions are carried out to heighten the element of deterrence.
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