In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one, which best express the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.
The tutor said, “The sun rises in the East”.

Options

A. The tutor says the sun rises in the East.
B. The tutor said that the sun rose in the East.
C. The tutor said that the sun has been rising in the East.
D. The tutor said that the sun rises in the East

Answer

C