In chinese culture, the term refers to a person's moral character; it is the most important thing defining that person and without it, one cannot function in society.

In Chinese culture, the term lien refers to a person's moral character; it is the most important thing defining that person and without it, one cannot function in society. The concept of lien describes the ways in which a person earns or gains the respect of others. The term lien is used in te following context: a person can lose Lien, gain Lien or lose Lien for others.

The correct answer is "the protesters were attacked by chinese troops and many were killed or arrested."