In matters of condonation of delay under section 5, Limitation Act the Government, has to be accorded

A. Treatment similar to a private citizen and no latitude is permissible

B. Treatment stricter than a private citizen as the Government is supposed to act in a more responsible manner

C. Treatment similar to a private citizen, however, certain amount of latitude is not impermissible

D. Either (A) or (B)

Answer: Option C