in 12th century France to persecute heresy , and was later expanded to other European countries. [1] Inquisition practices were used also on offences against canon law other than heresy. . Posted by priyani215... (student), on 28/7/12 THANX FOR THUMBS UP .. Posted by priyani215... (student), on 28/7/12 anytime.......:) gudluck...and keep posting...:D