Which institution supervised and criticised the king and officials and was a key organ of check and balance in Joseon?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Samsa
- Step 1: The Samsa consisted of the Saganwon, Saheonbu and Hongmungwan. Answer: Samsa. Why not the others: Bibyeonsa: That was a military and policy council. Uigeumbu: That was the royal investigative office. Hongmungwan: That is one of the Samsa offices, not the whole system.
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