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The person who makes mistake or commits crime should be punished because _________________.
- _______________________________
- _______________________________
- _______________________________
- _______________________________
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Solution
The person who makes mistake or commits a crime should be punished because:
- it will bring him to justice.
- it will make him realise his mistake.
- it will ensure that the victims of the crime receive justice.
- it will help him transform himself into a better person.
- it will certify that the society is governed by law and order, which is essential for the peaceful existence of the human population.
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