Question

Who among the following is the founder of the Positivist School of Criminology?

• A. Becker
• B. Austin
• C. Merton
• D. Lombroso

Hint:

Positivist criminology focuses on scientific methods to understand criminal behavior, unlike classical criminology which focuses on free will.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Identify key figures in criminology.
- Cesare Lombroso is considered the founder of the Positivist School of Criminology.
- He proposed that criminal behavior could be explained by biological factors.