Under Republic Act No. 9745, what heinous practice is explicitly defined and penalised as an offense against human rights?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. torture and other cruel, inhuman, and degrading treatment or punishment
- Step 1: RA 9745 is the 'Anti-Torture Act of 2009', penalizing torture and degrading treatment by state agents. Answer: torture and other cruel, inhuman, and degrading treatment or punishment. Why not the others: Tardy attendance or tax slips are administrative, not offenses under RA 9745.
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