In the following question, a sentence has been given in
Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested,
select the one which best expresses the same sentence in
Indirect/Direct speech.
The Prime Minister said at a meeting, "There is no need
of a working President for the party now."

Options

A. a) The Prime Minister told a meeting that there was no need of a working President for the party now.
B. b) The Prime Minister said at a meeting that there was no need of a working president for the party then.
C. c) The Prime Minister told a meeting that there was no need of a working President then.
D. d) The Prime Minister addressed a meeting that there was no need
of a working President for the party then.

Answer

B