ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD

(Department of Sociology)

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Course: Criminal Justice System (9604) Semester: Autumn, 2020

Level: PGD Criminology Total Marks: 100
Pass Marks: 40
ASSIGNMENT No. 1
(Unit: 1-4)
Q.1 What are different historical perspectives on crime? Discuss. (20)
Q.2 Discuss in detail the functions of police. Highlight historical evolution of police in
own words. (20)
Q.3 What is "criminal justice system"? Compare and discuss the different examples
from different parts of the world. (20)
Q.4 Define terrorism. Discuss in detail the challenges faced by police and other
agencies in dealing with the terrorism in Pakistan. (20)
Q.5 Write a comprehensive note on the issue of under reporting of crimes in Pakistan.
(20)

ASSIGNMENT No. 2
(Unit: 5-9)
Total Marks: 100
Pass Marks: 40

Q.1 Describe in detail the importance of quality investigation in dispensing justice. (20)
Q.2 Define Juvenile Delinquency. Do you feel our prisons have adequate environment
for a juvenile offender? Discuss in detail. (20)
Q.3 Highlight major issues of justice system in Pakistan. Discuss the major challenges
of courts with special reference to delay in decision making. (20)
Q.4 Highlight the issues of human rights of persons in custody. Discuss with reference
to provision of health and counseling facilities. (20)
Q.5 Write short notes on the following: (20)
1) Cyber crimes
2) Crime registration in Pakistan