They were acting in ___ self-defense. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

They were acting in ___ self-defense.
A. an
B. the
C. a
D. no article
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
'In self-defense' is an idiomatic phrase with zero article.

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