In statement given below, a part of the sentence is enclosed in quotation marks. Below are given alternatives to the quotes part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, option 'D' is the answer.If I stood alone in defence of truth, and the whole world "is banded" against me and against truth. I would fight them all.

• A. will be banded
• B. were banded
• C. banded
• D. No improvement