GCEIslamic Religious StudiesIslamic Ethics and Morals2022

According to Islamic ethics, 'Gheebah' is strictly forbidden. Which of the following correctly defines Gheebah?

ALying to an enemy during war
BMentioning a person in their absence in a way they would dislikeCORRECT
CPraising a person excessively in their presence
DBreaking a promise made to a fellow Muslim
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
Gheebah (backbiting) is defined in a hadith of the Prophet (SAW) recorded in Sahih Muslim as mentioning your brother in a manner he would dislike. Even if what is said is true, it constitutes Gheebah. If it is false, it becomes the graver sin of Buhtan (slander).
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