Abolition of capital punishment

The abolition of capital punishment means stopping the practice of executing people sentenced to death as punishment for serious crimes. Many countries and regions have abolished it because of concerns about human rights, the possibility of wrongful convictions, and the belief that killing as a punishment is inhumane. Abolition reflects a shift towards valuing human life and exploring alternative forms of justice, like life imprisonment. It also aims to prevent irreversible errors and promote a more humane legal system. Abolishing capital punishment signals a commitment to dignity and the idea that justice should not involve taking a life.