What is pornography?
Q: What is pornography?
A: Pornography is writing, pictures, and films which feature sex for the sole or primary purpose of arousing people sexually.
Q: What is the difference between pornography and erotica?
A: The difference between pornography and erotica is that when the purpose of these works is not arousal but for example education or art, they are not called pornographic but rather referred to as "erotica".
Q: Is showing naked people considered pornography?
A: Showing naked people is usually not considered to be pornographic unless the people are doing something sexual.
Q: What type of material can be condemned as "obscene"?
A: Material can be condemned as "obscene" when it is considered to harm or disrespect the people depicted or viewers, or violate a community's moral or religious standards.
Q: Are there laws against obscenity in most countries?
A: Yes, most countries have laws against obscenity. One type of pornography that is illegal in most countries is child pornography.
Q: How can pornography be made?
A: Pornography can be made using different media such as photos, drawings, paintings, animations, and movies. Live shows like sex shows or striptease are usually not considered to be pornography.
Q: Who are porn stars?
A:Porn stars are people who appear in many pornographic films and have attained popularity within the industry.
