Answer to Question #188924 in Law for Cmy20

Question

20.

The dramatic political and social changes in South Africa since the 1990s created fear,

stress, insecurity and feelings of ineptitude and helplessness in communities that were

characterised by high levels of criminal and political violence and a perception that the

criminal justice system is inadequate. These responses are associated with … as specific

factors that contributed to crime in South Africa.

1.

vigilantism, revenge and self-defence

2.

socio-psychological issues

3.

youth marginalisation issues

4.

crime and economic development

Answer 1

1. vigilantism, revenge and self-defence