The total number of seats in Haryana Legislative

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

To cut a long story short 

Which of the Phrases (a), (b), (c)  and (d) should replace the highlighted phrase in the sentence  to make it grammatically correct?

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

Joseph’s business partner took advantage of him by making a deal with their rival and left him high and dry .

Cut the mustard

I. Given the fragility of Mr Wahid's government, U.S. pressure intended to bring the military to heel should be calibrated.

"All politicians blame each other and tell themselves good; it's like pot calling the kettle black ."

When two heavyweights have an argument, its best to  sit on the fence  and not make either of the turn against you. 

Reap the whirlwind