In the history of Lithuania, who edited and promulgated the Third Statute of Lithuania (Trečiasis Lietuvos Statutas) in 1588?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Grand Chancellor Leonas Sapiega (Lew Sapieha)
- Step 1: Chancellor Leonas Sapiega prepared the 1588 Third Statute, which reaffirmed Lithuania's legal sovereignty and remained law until 1840. Answer: Grand Chancellor Leonas Sapiega (Lew Sapieha). Why not the others: Radvila died in 1565, Sirvydas wrote dictionaries, and Chodkevičius was a military hetman.
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