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What was the primary jurisdiction of ecclesiastical (Church) courts in medieval England?

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What was the primary jurisdiction of ecclesiastical (Church) courts in medieval England?.

  1. A.High treason and rebellion.
  2. B.Disputes over land ownership.
  3. C.Moral and spiritual offences such as heresy and adultery.
  4. D.Major felonies like murder and robbery.

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