Which legal code was issued under Le Thanh Tong in the 15th century?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. The Hong Duc code, with rights for women to own property
- Step 1: The Hong Duc code (Quoc Trieu Hinh Luat) gave women more property rights than many contemporary codes. Answer: The Hong Duc code, with rights for women to own property. Why not the others: The Gia Long code is 19th century, and the other options invent bans that never existed.
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