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 Direct/Indirect speech.
The general, addressing his mutinous troops said, "You have brought disgrace upon a famous regiment."
1
The general told his mutinous troops that they had brought disgrace upon a famous regiment.
2
The general said that they have brought disgrace upon a famous regiment.
3
The general asked his troops if they knew about the disgrace that they have brought upon a famous regiment.
4
The general told them that they have brought disgrace upon a famous regiment.