In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
His lawyers filed a _______ for all charges to be dropped.
Correct option - 3
Let's find out the meanings of the given options :-
Victims - A person who suffers from an injurious action or agency.
Accused - A person who is charged with crime; guilty.
Petition - A formal request made to a court of law for some legal action to be taken.
Plaintiff - A person who brings legal case to the court (opposite to defendant).
Clearly, with reference to the context, his lawyers cannot file any person. A document or request is filed. Hence, option 3 i.e. petition is the correct answer.
Correct sentence - His lawyers filed a petition for all charges to be dropped.