Which of the Following Represents the Fundamental Belief of Mencius

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents the fundamental belief of Mencius, one of Confucius?s disciples?

A) Humans were by nature inclined to goodness and ought to be ruled in that fashion.
B) Humans were inclined to be lazy and evil and ought to be ruled strictly.
C) Humans should retreat from society and seek oneness with nature.
D) Government should be rigorous and based on strict laws harshly executed.