Military draft laws exempted "conscientious objectors" from military service. The Supreme Court ruled that conscientious objectors are individuals who
A. belong to an established Christian religion.
B. identify with the Judeo-Christian heritage.
C. participate in some recognized religion.
D. hold deeply held moral, ethical, or religious beliefs.
E. believe in a Protestant faith.
Answer: D
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