Question

question 10 of 10
which important modern legal principle can be found in the code of hammurabi?

a. a person accused of a crime should be provided with a lawyer.

b. a man and a woman should be considered equal under the law.

c. a criminals punishment should be based on the crime committed.

d. a criminal should never be punished in a cruel or violent fashion.

Explanation:

The Code of Hammurabi is known for its "eye for an eye" framework, where punishments are directly tied to the severity and nature of the crime committed. Option A is a modern legal right not present in this ancient code. Option B is incorrect because the Code of Hammurabi did not treat men and women equally. Option D is wrong as the code included cruel, violent punishments like mutilation.

Answer:

C. A criminal's punishment should be based on the crime committed.