Duplicity has largely negative connotations as the word is associated with being deceitful or "double-dealing" this could mean making a deal and then backing out at a later date or saying that you will do one thing and then later do something different.
It is a popular quotation that means “it is better to live as lions do. They are not only a risk taker specie but also brave, courageous, fearless and strong. By contrast, lambs are meek and they always follow the herd.
B is the correct answer !!!!!!!