Question

Which of the following best defines the underlined word in the following sentence? “In ancient times, rulers would announce edicts to the people.” A. a public law B. a military order C. a set of marriage laws D. a harsh code of conduct

Answer 1

A. Public law
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Answer 2

The correct option is A

Edict is the mandate or decree issued with the authority of a magistrate. The concept comes from the Latin edictum, a word that was used to name the pronouncement of the Roman magistrates on issues related to their competence. In Ancient Rome, the praetors were the main emitters of edicts.