WBCS.LIVE practice question

Choose the most effective word from the given words to fill in the blanks. The accused ___________ to the judge for mercy.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. asked
  2. applied
  3. demanded
  4. appealed

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: appealed

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) appealed šŸ“š Explanation: In a legal context, to 'appeal' means to make a serious or urgent request to someone in authority, like a judge. The accused person asks for 'mercy' through a formal appeal. It is the standard professional term used for requesting a lighter sentence or forgiveness in court.