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.
He exclaimed with regret that he was perished by the people he had made.

Options

A. He said, "Alas! I perished by the people I made."
B. He said, "Alas! I have perished by the people I have made."
C. He said, "Alas! I am perished by the people I have made."
D. He said, "Alas! I am perished by the people I have made."

Answer

B