Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech. "The father said, 'Ramu, try again.'"

Correct option is A

Explanation of the Correct Answer: · The direct speech is an imperative sentence ("Try again"), which changes into an advice or request in indirect speech.
· Since "The father" is giving guidance or a suggestion, "advised" is the best fit.
· "To try again" follows the structure of reported speech for commands or advice.
Why Are the Other Options Incorrect? · (b) Requested → Incorrect; "try again" is advice, not a request.
· (c) Told Ramu that he tried again → Incorrect; "told" is not appropriate for imperatives, and the tense is wrong.
· (d) Said that Ramu tries again → Incorrect; does not convert the imperative correctly.
Thus, the correct answer is (a) The father advised Ramu to try again.