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 author said that the past cannot be changed.
1
The author said to me, "The past could not change"
2
The author says, "The past could not be changed."
3
The author said, "The past will not be changed."
4
The author said, "The past cannot be changed."