CLEAN : Turkey re-convicts journalists despite higher court ruling

CLEAN : Turkey re-convicts journalists despite higher court ruling

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Journalism, Social Studies, History

9th - 12th Grade

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A Turkish lower court has once again defied higher court decisions, leading to the conviction of journalists using weak evidence. This scandalous decision highlights the issues within Turkey's criminal justice system.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the Turkish lower court take in relation to the higher court's decision?

It ignored the higher court's decision.

It requested a review of the higher court's decision.

It supported the higher court's decision.

It postponed the higher court's decision.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the basis for the conviction of journalists in Turkey?

A confession from the journalists.

Newly discovered evidence.

International pressure.

The same charges and weak evidence as before.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the recent court decision in Turkey?

It shows the strength of Turkey's legal system.

It highlights the independence of the judiciary.

It is seen as evidence of a flawed criminal justice system.

It marks a victory for press freedom.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the decision regarding journalists perceived?

As a fair and just ruling.

As a scandalous decision.

As a minor legal error.

As a routine legal procedure.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the repeated use of weak evidence in court cases suggest about the Turkish legal system?

It is improving rapidly.

It is highly efficient.

It is transparent and fair.

It has significant flaws.