Which of the following statements is true of seditious speech?

A. It refers to a true statement that holds a person up for ridicule.
B. It urges resistance to lawful authority such as the government.
C. It involves publishing false information about a common man.
D. It lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value.
E. It seeks to harm the reputation of common people.


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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