In the following question, four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase in bold and italics in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of idiom/phrase.

Some people now wonder whether we just pay lip-service or genuinely subscribe to democracy.

A.

pay oral tribute

B.

attach no value

C.

remain indifferent

D.

show only outward respect

Correct answer is D

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