Question

In each question, five alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase given in bold in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
Despite the mounting criticism, the minister stuck to his guns and defended the policy.

A Retreated from the position
B Modified the original plan
C Blamed others for the decision
D Stubbornly held onto his opinion
E Ignored the issue altogether
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