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Abolish outdated death penalty to align with constitutional right to life

The death penalty is a form of punishment that can only occur after conviction for serious crimes such as treason, murder or robbery with violence. [iStockphoto]

On October 10, 2023, the world commemorated the 21st World Day Against the Death Penalty.

Through the commemoration, the world is called upon to abolish the death penalty based on the conviction that it violates human rights, especially the right to life and freedom from torture, cruel treatment, and punishment.

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