In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
Release of a prisoner from jail on certain terms and condition

Options

A. parole
B. parley
C. pardon
D. acquittal

Answer

A

Explanation

parole (N.) : permission that is given to a prisoner to leave prison before the end of his sentence on condition that he behaves well
parley (N.) : a discussion between enemies or people who disagree in order to try and find a way of solving a problem
pardon (N.) : the action of forgiving
acquittal (N.) : an official decision in court that a person is not guilty of a crime