Muslim attitudes towards the death penalty: Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies questions
Every Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies exam question on Muslim attitudes towards the death penalty, 2018–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.
All 5 questions on Muslim attitudes towards the death penalty, as a list
June 2025, Spec B Paper 2C, Q2(c) (5 marks): Explain two Muslim teachings about the use of capital punishment. In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority.
June 2023, Spec B Paper 2C, Q2(b) (4 marks): Explain two Muslim beliefs about capital punishment.
November 2021, Spec B Paper 2C, Q2(a) (3 marks): Outline three Muslim beliefs about capital punishment.
June 2019, Spec B Paper 2C, Q2(c) (5 marks): Explain two reasons why some Muslims support the use of capital punishment. In your answer you must refer to a source of wisdom and authority.
June 2018, Spec B Paper 2C, Q2(d) (12 marks): “Capital punishment is good for society.” Evaluate this statement considering arguments for and against. In your response you should: refer to Muslim teachings