In a lurch

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Example : I think this demand is just a red herring, please check other one.

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Example : Political parties pass the buck on each other for the failure on economic front.

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

Example : After police investigation revealed that many ministers have feet of clay.

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Example : Rahul is very brave, he never shows white feather in difficult situations.

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Example : Clever businessmen fish in troubled water when there is scarcity of things.