In the following question, a sentence has been given in Dire

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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 accused said to the judge, "Let me meet my children before I die, sir."

[2017 SSC CGL 19 AUG Shift-1]

A The accused requests the judge to let him meet his children before he died.

B The accused requested the judge to let him meet his children before he died.

C The accused begs the judge to allow him to meet his children before he dies.

D The accused begged the judge to let him meet his children before he dies.